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7.1  Competitive Proposals - General

F. Method of Solicitation.  While any of the following methods can be employed, the Contracting Officer should choose the method, which, considering matters of economy, provides for full and open competition.

1. Advertising in newspapers or other print mediums of local or general circulations. A sample advertisement is provided in Appendix 3.

2. Advertising in various trade journals or publications.

3. E-Procurement. PHAs may conduct their public procurements through the internet using e-procurement systems. However, all e-procurements must otherwise be in compliance with 24 CFR 85.36, State and local requirements, and the PHA’s own procurement policy.  Steps must be taken to meet the requirements for full and open competition to avoid potential protests.

G. Time Period for Solicitation. The solicitation must be run for a period sufficient to achieve effective competition, which, in the case of paid advertisements, should generally be run not less than once each week for two consecutive weeks.  State or local law may impose additional advertising requirements.