BID - Bituminous Paving Materials 2012

The document is a contract between the County of Du Page, Illinois and a contractor for the provision of goods and/or services. The contract includes various component parts such as bid invitation, project information, instructions to bidders, general conditions, special conditions, insurance/bonding requirements, bid form, specifications, exhibits, and county purchase order. The contract is effective for a specified period of time, subject to renewal according to the bid invitation specifications. The contractor is required to provide the goods and/or services at the prices quoted on the bid form. Payment will be made according to the Illinois Local Government Prompt Payment Act, with the exception of non-compliance with certified payroll requirements. The contract can be amended by mutual agreement and any amendments will conform to state statutes and county procedures for change orders. In case of legal action to enforce the contract, the county is entitled to reasonable attorney's fees and expenses. The contract contains a severability clause, stating that if any portion of the contract is determined to be invalid, it will not affect the validity of the remaining portions. The contract is governed by the laws of the State of Illinois and any disputes will be resolved in the circuit court for the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit in DuPage County. The contract represents the entire agreement between the parties and there are no other oral or written understandings. The document also includes a bid label for proper delivery and a reminder that late bids will not be accepted.