BID - Pool Chemicals & Supplies 2011

This document is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the procurement of pool chemicals and supplies. The document outlines the terms and conditions that bidders must adhere to when submitting their bids. Some key points mentioned in the document include: - Bidders must notify the jurisdictions of the availability of the contract(s) and indicate if they do not desire to sell to other jurisdictions. - Prices quoted should be the final cost to the City and should not include any additional charges such as taxes, delivery, or surcharges. - Mistakes in the bid can be crossed out and corrected in ink, with initials and dates. - In case of an error in the extension of prices, the unit price will govern. - Bidders must state the proposed delivery time in definite terms. - Samples, if requested, must be provided free of expense and will be returned at the bidder's risk and expense. - The use of specific manufacturer, brand, make, or catalog designation does not restrict bidders to those options, as long as the goods and/or services meet the specified requirements. - Bidders must provide complete data and identification for any alternate goods and/or services they propose to furnish. - Equipment delivered must be standard new and unused, unless otherwise specified. - The specifications should be interpreted based on the best commercial practices and correct type, size, and design. - Bids must be signed by a responsible officer or employee with the authority to sign the form. - By signing the bid, the bidder assigns any rights under the antitrust laws to the City. - The bid must be made without any prior understanding, agreement, or accord with other bidders. - The contractor is responsible for defending, indemnifying, and holding the City harmless from any damage, claim, liability, cost, or expense arising from the performance of services. - The contractor must comply with all federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations. - The contractor must not knowingly employ unauthorized aliens. - Bidders or offerors must include their identification number issued by the State Corporation Commission. - Payment terms are typically "2%-20, Net 30 days" unless otherwise stated by the bidder. Alternate terms may be offered for prompt payment of bills. The discount period is computed from the date of proper invoice. Payment terms are considered in determining the low bidder.