4.10.  LESSONS LEARNED.

4.10.1.  Awarding fewer contracts, such as five or six, results in better competition, better proposals, less burdensome ordering process, and improved working relationships with contractors.

4.10.2.  Continuously seek contractor input to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the ordering process, discuss administrative matters, and future requirements.

4.10.3.  Use simplified procedures and award documentation when issuing orders under multiple award contracts.

4.10.4.  Continuously update past performance data as task orders are completed.

4.10.5.  Avoid large minimum guarantees that circumvent the policy of allowing awardees a fair opportunity.

4.10.6.  Consider establishing an automated system to manage task order issuance to make the process more efficient.

4.10.7.  Recommend hosting a proposal conference to explain multiple award contract concept and to entertain questions.

4.10.8.  Ensure appropriate weight is given to new teaming arrangements versus existing or prior relationship with the same teaming partner to avoid over rating past performance.

4.10.9.  Ensure relevancy definition is clear, concise, and relative to the magnitude and scope.

Note: The attachments have been modified. The full solicitations are available in the AFFARS Library, Part 5336 (Community Advice section). The examples are not templates. The provisions, clauses, and terms and conditions may have changed.