BID - Medical Equipment Rental 2006

The document is a set of instructions and guidelines for bidders interested in submitting bids for a project with the County of DuPage in Illinois. The County encourages creativity in bidding and allows for alternates to be considered if they clearly indicate what will be furnished and how it will benefit the County. Deviations and exceptions to the specifications should be fully described and attached to the bid form. Bidders are responsible for carefully examining the bid, specifications, and contract documents before submitting their bid. The County assumes no responsibility for the sufficiency or accuracy of any information provided in the specifications. Facsimile and email transmitted bids are not accepted. The Contractor is required to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the County against any claims or demands arising from the performance of the contract. The Contractor is also responsible for any damages or losses resulting from their errors, omissions, or negligent acts. If a bidder is uncertain about the meaning of any part of the specifications, they are expected to contact the Procurement Services Division for clarification. The bid must be returned on the attached bid forms with all pages intact, and all blank spaces must be correctly filled in. Prices quoted by the bidder should be F.O.B. delivered and include all freight costs. Bids must be submitted for all items unless otherwise directed. Unit prices should be extended and the total amount of the bid indicated on the proposal pricing page. 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 also provides instructions for corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietors on who should execute the bid. Bidders are warned against making erasures, alterations, or omissions, as bids with such issues may be rejected. Additionally, on page 5 of the document, there is specific information regarding partnerships and sole proprietors operating under an assumed name.