BID - Commercial Grade Irrigation Components 2006

This document is a set of specifications and requirements for a bid related to employee training, bonds, insurance, and indemnity. It states that the successful bidder must provide on-site or classroom instruction to designated city employees on how to safely use the purchased product. The cost of this instruction should be included in the quote submitted to the city. Regarding bonds, no bonds are required to be submitted with this bid. In terms of insurance, the successful bidder must meet the minimum Texas State Financial Responsibility Act requirements for the operation of vehicles used in the delivery of the purchased items. The document also includes an indemnity clause, stating that the successful bidder agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold the city and its officers, agents, employees, and elected officials harmless against any claims for damages or expenses that may arise from any negligent act or omission of the bidder or its agents or employees. The document then provides specifications for the bid, including estimated annual quantities, servicing area requirements, hours of operation, catalog discounts, and brands and substitutions. It mentions that the city currently has Hunter brand controllers and equipment installed, but allows for substitutions if submitted in advance. It also states that the components and equipment will be installed by city personnel or a licensed electrician already under contract to the city. The document concludes with an "Authority to Quote" section, where the bidder agrees to meet the minimum requirements and provide discounts from manufacturer's published prices. The bidder must also specify their normal operating hours, any surcharge for after-hours emergency calls, and their parts location. They are also asked to indicate if they are willing to serve as a secondary supplier if not selected as the primary supplier. The bidder must provide their company information, authorized representative, and contact details. The document includes an attachment for references, where the bidder must provide at least three verifiable references for selling similar products.