BID - Bow Ramp Trailer 2007

The document provides the general conditions and guidelines for submitting bids to the City of Punta Gorda, Florida. It defines various terms used in the document, such as "Bidder" and "Successful Bidder." The document emphasizes the importance of using complete sets of bid documents and states that the City is not responsible for any errors resulting from incomplete sets. It also outlines the qualifications of bidders, including the requirement that bidders must not be in arrears to the City or deemed irresponsible or unreliable. The document mentions that the City may conduct a background investigation on bidders. It further explains the process of examining bid documents, notifying the City of any conflicts or errors, and submitting bids in sealed envelopes to the City Clerk's Office. The document specifies that bids must be received by the specified date and time and will be opened and read aloud in the presence of the City Clerk and Procurement Manager. It also provides instructions for submitting an acceptable bid, completing a statement of no bid if applicable, and registering as a bidder. The document mentions that bid tabulation results will be provided upon request and posted on the City's eProcurement website. It concludes by stating that any inquiries or doubts regarding the bidding documents should be directed to the Procurement Manager in writing, prior to the formal quote due date and time. Inquiries must reference the time and date of bid opening and bid number.