52.215-9000 -- Cross Reference Matrix

(a) The purpose of the cross reference matrix is to show critical interrelationships and dependencies among the Work Breakdown Schedule (WBS), Statement of Objective (SOO), Contract Line Items (CLINs), Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and Information to Offerors (ITOs). The matrix ensures that all requirements are addressed, requirements do not conflict and solicitation sections are internally consistent.

(b) Cross Referencing. To the greatest extent possible, each proposal volume shall be written on a stand-alone basis so that its contents may be evaluated with a minimum of cross referencing to other volumes of the proposal. Information required for proposal evaluation which is not found in its designated volume will be assumed to have been omitted from the proposal.

(1) Cross referencing within a proposal volume is ONLY permitted where its use would conserve space without impairing clarity. Otherwise, cross referencing within a proposal volume is not permitted.

(2) The offeror shall fill out the cross reference matrix at Attachment _______of this ITO indicating the proposal reference information as it relates to the ITO, SOW/SOO/PWS, CLIN numbers, and CDRL references found therein.

The offeror shall provide a cross reference matrix indicating, by ITO, SOW/SOO/PWS, and/or specification paragraph number, the corresponding proposal paragraph in that section which addresses the referenced item.

(c) Cross Reference Matrix for Prospective Offerors: See paragraph (b) of this provision regarding instructions for completion of the solicitation Cross Reference Matrix. If this matrix conflicts with any other requirement, direction or provision of this solicitation, the other reference shall take precedence over this matrix. Additionally, to the extent this matrix discloses details as to the extent or manner by which the Government intends to evaluate offeror's proposals for award, Section M references in the matrix are for information purposes only and the Government shall be obligated to evaluate proposals solely in conformance with the provisions of the Section M of the solicitation. An example of the format is shown below:

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