1. Will the CDC provide access to the NTDB database?

No, copies of the NTDB are available for purchase.

2. Can the statistical analysis be part of a subcontract?

No, contractor should possess relevant skills.

3. Clarification on tendering procedure and guidelines: Does this mean that invoice and payment is done twice for this project?

The vendor may invoice 25% of contract amount when the semi-annual process report is completed which is expected in 6 months after date of contract.

The vendor may invoice another 25% of the contract amount when at least two state-of-the-science project questions are completed which is expected within 6 months after date of contract.

The vendor may invoice the remaining 50% of the contract amount when the rest of the deliverables are completed which is expected within 12 months after date of contract.

4. There are no points assigned to the evaluation criteria listed. Can you please let me know how you will access each evaluation criteria?

The offeror with the lowest price, and who is technically acceptable will receive the award. There are no points assigned to the evaluation.