BID - Fire Hoses 2012

The document contains special provisions and conditions for a bid proposal for fire hoses. The document cautions bidders that any exceptions to the specifications, special provisions, general conditions, or the proposal itself will likely result in the bid being rejected. The only acceptable exceptions are those that are inconsequential to the performance, characteristics, quality, or utility of the requested item, or those that correct typographical errors or conflicts with other specifications. Bidders must submit any requests for clarification or interpretation in writing before the deadline date provided. The document also includes instructions for submitting bids with complete information, including descriptive materials such as brochures or specification sheets. Bids without adequate information may be rejected, but the county retains the option to request additional information from bidders. It is mentioned that out-of-state bids without a State of Hawaii Excise Tax number will be increased to reflect the amount of State of Hawaii General Excise Tax they would be liable for. Preferences, as per Hawaii Revised Statutes and Hawaii Administrative Rules, will be applied, including preferences for Hawaii products, printing, binding and stationary work, reciprocal preference, recycled products, and software development businesses. The bid price quotation should be F.O.B. destination, and delivery and installation should be made to the respective County Agency at specified locations. Invoices should be submitted in quadruplicate, and payment will be made after all specifications and conditions have been met. The award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder on a per item basis, and bidders may offer an "all-or-none" bid for groups of items. Formal contracts will be required for awards exceeding $25,000. Bids submitted without necessary specifications and applicable data may not be accepted. The document also includes requirements for signing the contract, providing resolution for partnerships or corporations, and the procedure for filing protests regarding procurement law or procedure. Any protest must be filed in writing to the Chief Procurement Officer within a specific timeframe. The document specifies that any action or proceeding involving the contract shall be commenced in the Circuit or District Courts of the Third Circuit, County of Hawaii, State of Hawaii. It also mentions that the "General Terms and Conditions for Goods and Services" dated July 1, 1994, will be a part of any contract resulting from the proposal. Liquidated damages will be assessed at one-tenth of one percent (0.1%) per day of delay for delivery, as per Section 6.12 of the General Terms and Conditions.