Section 107-02-02-04 - Evaluation and selection criteriaProposals will be evaluated upon a basis of one hundred possible points, according to the following criteria:
1.Relevance to areas of emphasis. Preference will be given to those proposals that rank high in importance to the state agricultural economy, to human health, and to the environment. Up to thirty points may be awarded on this criterion. 2.Overall merit and quality of proposal. The board will review each proposal for technical and commercial merit and the relative competence and technical qualifications of project principals. Up to twenty-five points may be awarded on this criterion. 3.Feasibility of completing project objectives within stated timeframes. Preference will be given to proposals demonstrating a high probability of securing a pesticide registration, amended registration, reregistration, or exemption. Up to fifteen points may be awarded on this criterion. 4.Appropriateness of requested budget. Priority will be given to those proposals that have a well-documented budget that is adequate and appropriate for the research. Up to fifteen points may be awarded on this criterion. 5.Matching funds. Priority will be given to those proposals that demonstrate a shared commitment for funding from other private or public sources or from the applicant. Matching funds may be in the form of cash or in-kind services, or both. Disbursement of funds will be contingent upon evidence that matching funds have been allocated to the proposal. Up to fifteen points may be awarded on this criterion. N.D. Admin Code 107-02-02-04
Effective August 1, 2002.General Authority: NDCC 4-35-30
Law Implemented: NDCC 4-35-06.3