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What is a responsibility determination?

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What is a responsibility determination? Before award, contracting officers verify the winning contractor is "responsible" - has adequate financial resources, capability, record of integrity, and is otherwise qualified.

FAR 9.104-1

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Responsibility determination: **Responsibility Standards (FAR 9.104-1):** - Adequate financial resources - Ability to meet delivery schedule - Satisfactory performance record - Satisfactory integrity/business ethics - Necessary organization and experience - Necessary equipment and facilities - Otherwise qualified and eligible **Information Sources:** - CPARS (past performance) - FAPIIS (integrity information) - Financial statements - References - SAM.gov registration **Pre-Award Survey:** - Government may visit your facility - Review accounting systems - Verify capabilities - Check references **If Found Non-Responsible:** - No award despite winning price/technical - May be referred to SBA (small business) - Can affect future opportunities

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