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Document
BuyQuiet Brochure
Year Created: 2000
DOCUMENT
buy-quiet-guidelines-for-purchasing-better-mediumandheavyduty-trucks-nigp-1983.pdf
- BuyQuiet
This document provides guidelines for evaluating bids for government contracts based on factors such as fuel consumption rate, noise level, and engine air pollution emissions. The document suggests using present worth analysis or discounting to calculate evaluated bid prices. It also mentions the importance of considering additional cost and value factors in the evaluation process.
The bid evaluation formula mentioned in the document has been prepared by the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing, Inc. (NIGP), in cooperation with other entities. This formula provides a standardized approach for evaluating bids and can be used in conjunction with the specified specification language.
Regarding fuel consumption rate, bidders are required to provide information on engine consumption rate in gallons of fuel per horsepower per hour, measured according to specific test conditions. The document acknowledges that current test procedures may not be realistic for comparison or cost projection purposes, but mentions that new procedures are being developed to provide more accurate fuel economy ratings.
For noise level, bidders are required to provide sound level measurements in decibels, and the document suggests that the bidder could alternatively certify compliance with maximum noise level standards established by the government.
For engine air pollution emissions, bidders are required to provide emission levels for hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen, measured according to specific regulations. The document suggests that bidders could alternatively certify compliance with maximum emission requirements established by the government.
Overall, the document provides comprehensive guidelines for evaluating bids for government contracts, taking into account factors such as fuel consumption, noise level, and engine air pollution emissions. The bid evaluation formula prepared by NIGP offers a standardized approach to ensure fair and objective evaluation of bids.