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BID - Sewer-Water Repair Parts 2013

  • YEAR CREATED: 2013
  • ENTITY TYPE: County
  • TYPE OF DOCUMENT: BID - ITB, IFB, ITT, RFB
The document provides instructions and information for bidders participating in a procurement process conducted by DuPage County. It states that bidders must ensure that their bids are submitted within the specified deadline and that unauthorized withdrawal of bids may result in forfeiture of the bid bond. The document also mentions that under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, all records in the possession of DuPage County are presumed to be open to inspection or copying, unless a specific exception applies. One such exception is for trade secrets and commercial or financial information that is furnished under a claim of being proprietary, privileged, or confidential, and where disclosure of such information would cause competitive harm. Bidders are advised to clearly mark any information provided in their bid or proposal that they believe falls under an exception to the Freedom of Information Act. The document further states that the successful bidder will be required to sign a contract agreement and that alternative terms and conditions or paperwork must be proposed as exceptions. Award notification will be sent to the winning vendor via mail or fax, and the award status can be viewed on the website www.DemandStar.com. Response summaries and addendum information are also available on the same website. The document emphasizes that all materials used by the contractor must conform to applicable building codes and ordinances. The County of DuPage reserves the right to make changes to the specifications after the contract is awarded, but any changes in excess of $10,000 or extensions greater than thirty days must comply with the Criminal Code. The successful contractor must not commence any billable work until the County has executed the contract or until all required documents have been submitted. To ensure a fair procurement process, the County establishes a single point of contact for all communication regarding the solicitation or evaluation process. Contact with other County employees or officers is not permitted unless authorized by the Buyer issuing the solicitation. The document also includes provisions regarding the confidentiality of County information and property, contractor performance, discipline, drug-free workplace, endorsements, F.O.B. shipping terms, force majeure, and the holding of bids.
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