Section 4080.5 - Funding Determination/Selection Process(a) A panel consisting of not less than two (2) and not more than four (4) professional full-time employees of the Agency and at least two (2) representatives of the technology development community or manufacturing community, shall score all Proposals using the criteria described in subsections (1) through (8) below. The panel shall be authorized to interview Applicants to request clarification of material submitted prior to the Solicitation Deadline, but not to request additional material. (1)Targeted solutions to industry needs. More points will be given to those Proposals which include a manufacturing process, product or service that has an impact on the development of a significant segment of the manufacturing sector. More points will be given to those Proposals which: a) include a credible plan for the development of a manufacturing process, product, or service targeted to the needs of manufacturers;b) include a training component to upgrade the skills of workers or;c) lead to the creation and retention of high-value-added manufacturing jobs in California. Maximum points will be given to Proposals that clearly explain the methods used in identifying industry needs (e.g., focus groups, marketing campaigns, surveys, demographic and analytic information) and explain how this information was used to develop solutions to the problems encountered by industry. Points 0-8.(2)Project evaluation. More points will be given to those Proposals which include a well prepared project evaluation schedule, and criteria and measures for evaluating the project. Criteria and measures may include, but need not be limited to, the number and size of firms served; the number of activities initiated by type and technical focus; workforce training activities; the jobs created or retained; the estimated annual and long-term impact within the service area; and the data regarding formation of manufacturing networks or consortia resulting from Program activity. Points 0-8.(3)Organizational capacity to fulfill the goals of the program. More points will be given to Proposals that include a credible management plan that identifies project personnel who have specific experience related to proposed activities and relevant experience in the effective diffusion and implementation of Manufacturing Improvement Services or technology commercialization. Maximum points will be given to Proposals that clearly describe: a) the role customer feedback plays in developing the management plan andb) the Applicant's strategy for attaining the identified market niche. Points: 0-8.(4)Credible project plan. More points will be given to those Proposals which include a credible plan for the development of the project which includes: a) a thorough description of the opportunities and impediments to the successful diffusion and implementation of manufacturing improvement services within the Applicant's region and throughout the state,b) a thorough understanding of and capacity for production, capitalization, engineering, and research and development, andc) a concrete and credible management plan that will result in continued operation or commercial viability beyond the public funding cycle. Points: 0-8.(5)Likelihood of Federal Award: More points will be given to those Proposals which use the Grant as matching funds for a Federal Award. Maximum points will be given to those Proposals which indicate evidence of the receipt of a Federal Award requiring matching funds. Points: 0-5.(6)Sources of funding: More points will be given to those Proposals which indicate significant funds from sources other than state and federal agencies. Maximum points will be given to those Proposals showing a diverse source of funding including private sector sources, including In-kind contributions. Points: 0-5.(7)Partnering with other agencies and organizations. More points will be given to those Proposals which increase the effectiveness of the diffusion and implementation of manufacturing improvement services or, accelerate the commercialization of the project by enlisting the assistance and cooperation of other agencies and organizations. Maximum points will be given to those proposals that identify all partners and their respective roles. Examples of partners include, but are not limited to: the Regional Technology Alliance, the California Space and Technology Alliance, the Employment Training Panel, regional educational and business development organizations, and other public sector, nonprofit, and private manufacturing support programs. Points: 0-4.(8)Diversity of Grant awards. More points will be given to those Proposals submitted by Applicants who have not received a Grant or, to those Proposals that will be implemented in geographic regions in which Applicants have not received a Grant. Points: 0-4.(b) Proposals which receive between thirty (30) and fifty (50) points shall be considered for funding by the Agency. Based on negotiations pursuant to subsections 4080.2(d) or (e), the Agency shall award Grants to the Applicant(s) receiving the highest scores.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 10, § 4080.5
1. New section filed 8-1-96 as an emergency pursuant to Government Code section 15378.99; operative 8-1-96 (Register 96, No. 31). A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 1-28-97 pursuant to Government Code section 15378.99 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.
2. Repealed by operation of Government Code section 11346.1(g) (Register 97, No. 30).
3. New section filed 7-21-97 as an emergency; operative 7-21-97 (Register 97, No. 30). A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 11-18-97 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.
4. Repealed by operation of Government Code section 11346.1(g) (Register 98, No. 10).
5. New section filed 3-5-98 as an emergency; operative 3-5-98 (Register 98, No. 10). A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 9-1-98 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.
6. Notice of erroneous filing filed 10-8-98; purported repeal and deletion of section filed in error on 9-2-98 is null and void and text as filed with Secretary of State on 3-5-98 remains in effect uninterrupted, HISTORY 5 has been amended to show correct Certificate of Compliance date, and former HISTORY 6 has been repealed (Register 98, No. 42).
7. Certificate of Compliance as to 9-1-98 order, including amendment of subsection (b), transmitted to OAL 8-28-98 and filed 10-13-98 (Register 98, No. 42). Note: Authority cited: Section 15378.99, Government Code. Reference: Sections 15379.15 and 15379.16, Government Code.
1. New section filed 8-1-96 as an emergency pursuant to Government Code section 15378.99; operative 8-1-96 (Register 96, No. 31). A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 1-28-97 pursuant to Government Code section 15378.99 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.
2. Repealed by operation of Government Code section 11346.1(g) (Register 97, No. 30).
3. New section filed 7-21-97 as an emergency; operative 7-21-97 (Register 97, No. 30). A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 11-18-97 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.
4. Repealed by operation of Government Code section 11346.1(g) (Register 98, No. 10).
5. New section filed 3-5-98 as an emergency; operative 3-5-98 (Register 98, No. 10). A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 9-1-98 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.
6. Notice of erroneous filing filed 10-8-98; purported repeal and deletion of section filed in error on 9-2-98 is null and void and text as filed with Secretary of State on 3-5-98 remains in effect uninterrupted, History5 has been amended to show correct Certificate of Compliance date, and former History6 has been repealed (Register 98, No. 42).
7. Certificate of Compliance as to 9-1-98 order, including amendment of subsection (b), transmitted to OAL 8-28-98 and filed 10-13-98 (Register 98, No. 42).