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RFP - Utility Bills Audit 2007

  • YEAR CREATED: 2007
  • ENTITY TYPE: City/Township
  • TYPE OF DOCUMENT: RFP - Request for Proposals
The document is a request for proposal (RFP) for a utility auditing program by the City. The document includes various sections and instructions for interested companies to submit their proposals. The document begins with a disclaimer stating that the City is not liable for any references provided by the companies or their use in the selection process. It then asks if the company is currently involved in any arbitration or litigation and if they have filed for bankruptcy in the past. The next section asks the companies to identify any subcontractors they plan to use and provide information about their qualifications. It also asks for any special knowledge or skills that the company can provide related to the services requested. The document then moves on to the proposed approach to the project, asking for a statement of understanding and a detailed work plan. It also asks for a proposed schedule for completing the work and any additional or innovative services that the company can offer. The next section is about the proposed fee, which should include all costs associated with the services. The selected auditor will be paid a percentage of the recovered funds, and the companies are asked to provide their offered percentage. Other required information includes any exceptions to the RFP or the sample agreement, measures taken by the company to minimize environmental impact, acceptance of electronic payments, and compliance with city ethics requirements. The document concludes with a reminder not to submit any gifts or promotional items with the proposal and a note that oral interviews may be conducted with prospective auditors. It also states that the decision of the selection committee will be final. Additionally, the City reserves the right to enter into exclusive discussions with the offeror whose proposal is deemed most advantageous. The attachment provides general proposal instructions and information, including the requirement to enter into a written agreement if awarded the contract. It also states that failure to read the RFP and instructions is at the offeror's own risk and that all costs related to the proposal preparation are the responsibility of the offeror. The submission of a bid or proposal is considered agreement to the terms and conditions, and the City reserves the right to enter into discussions with selected offerors or to enter into exclusive discussions with the offeror whose proposal is deemed most advantageous, whichever is in the best interest of the City.
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