BID - Pharmaceuticals, In-House Pharmacy 2006

The document provides instructions and guidelines for bidders interested in submitting a bid to the County of DuPage in Illinois. The document states that the bid should clearly indicate what will be furnished and how it will benefit the County. Alternates will be compared to the lowest responsive, responsible bid. The County reserves the right to approve any material proposed by the bidder that contains variations from specification requirements but substantially complies. The document also mentions that deviations and exceptions should be described fully and attached to the bid form. Bidders are cautioned against making deviations and exceptions that may result in rejection of their bid. The bidder is responsible for carefully examining the bid, specifications, and contract documents, and will be held liable for any errors resulting from their failure to comply with the instructions. The document clarifies that information provided by the County regarding preliminary investigations represents only the County's opinion and does not guarantee the sufficiency or accuracy of the information. Facsimile and email transmitted bids are not accepted, and the County will not transmit bid specifications via fax or email. The contractor is required to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the County and its officers, agents, and employees from any claims or demands arising from the performance of the contract. The contractor is also responsible for any damages, losses, or costs resulting from their errors, omissions, or negligent acts. If a bidder is uncertain about the meaning of any part of the specifications or contract documents, they are expected to contact the Procurement Services Division for clarification. The bid should be returned on the attached bid forms with all pages intact. The bidder must fill in all blanks and acknowledge receipt of any addenda issued. All prices quoted by the bidder should be F.O.B. delivered and include all freight costs to the specified delivery location(s). Bids must be submitted for all items unless otherwise directed. Unit prices should be extended and the total bid amount indicated. The quantities stated for unit price items are approximate, and final payment will be based on the actual number of units installed. Bids without a unit price for each item will be rejected. The document warns against making erasures, alterations, or omissions in the bid, and bids containing such discrepancies may be rejected. If the bidder is a corporation, the bid should be executed by the President or an authorized person. Partnerships and sole proprietors should also execute the bid accordingly. Assumed names should be registered with the Illinois County in which the bidder is located, as provided in the Illinois Compiled Statutes, 805/ILCS 405/1.