BID - 2016 ONE (1) VOLVO EC35 COMPACT EXCAVATOR OR APPROVED EQUAL 2005

The document provides instructions and information for bidders interested in participating in a procurement process conducted by the County of DuPage in Illinois. The document outlines the necessary steps for submitting bids, including the requirement to have the bidder's name and address in the upper left corner of the envelope and a label with the bid number and due date in the lower left corner. Bids sent via express mail must also have the bid number and due date on the outside of the envelope. The document emphasizes the importance of delivering bids before the specified date and time, as late bids will not be considered. It mentions that award notifications will be sent to the winning vendor via mail or fax, and the status of the award can be viewed on the website www.DemandStar.com. Response summaries, including bids delivered on time, can also be accessed on the website or by contacting the Bid Coordinator. The document lists the various components of the contract documents, including instructions to bidders, general conditions, special conditions, bid form, references, specifications, pricing/signatures, and any addenda. It states that all these documents are available at the Procurement Services Division office. It mentions the possibility of revisions or additional data being provided through addenda, which can be accessed on www.DemandStar.com. The document also certifies that all materials used by the contractor must conform to applicable building codes and local ordinances. Changes to the bid document must be made in written form, and the County of DuPage reserves the right to make changes to the specifications after the contract is awarded, with the agreement of the successful contractor. The document emphasizes that no claim based on oral changes will be allowed. The contractor's performance is expected to be in accordance with the contract specifications, and the County reserves the right to reject bids that do not meet the specifications or requirements. The lowest responsible bid will be considered, taking into account factors such as the quality of the articles supplied, conformity with specifications, suitability to the County's requirements, and delivery terms. The document states that the submission of a bid does not guarantee selection or a subsequent contract. The document also includes information about providing a drug-free workplace, endorsements, execution of the contract, F.O.B. shipping terms, holding of bids, applicable laws, liens and claims, lobbyist registration, materials and design, and the submission of Material Safety Data Sheets for applicable products. Upon the award of the contract, bidders are required to submit Material Safety Data Sheets to the County Procurement Services Division. Overall, the document provides comprehensive instructions and guidelines for bidders interested in participating in the procurement process conducted by the County of DuPage.