RCN proposals will be graded according to the degree that the proposal meets the following criteria:

1. Does project address the desired products described in the RCN?
2. Are project objectives/goals clearly defined, measurable, and connected to specific milestones/deliverables and timelines?
3. Will/can proposed methods accomplish/produce the project’s objectives/goals, deliverables, and timelines?
4. Does project have major, public opposition or require permits that are difficult or impossible to obtain?