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Document
Government Conduct Act.pdf
Year Created: 2025
DOCUMENT
IFB - Janitorial Services for Douglass Community Center, 2017
- YEAR CREATED: 2017
The document is a bid submission form for janitorial services at the Douglass Community Center in Loudoun County, Virginia. The document provides detailed instructions and guidelines for submitting bids for the contract. It specifies the requirements and specifications for the bid, including the type and quality of services desired. Bidders are also required to provide information on the manufacturer, brand, and catalog number of any items offered, other than the specified ones. The document mentions the possibility of submitting samples as well.
It is emphasized that the quantities specified in the bid are estimates and do not represent the actual quantity that will be ordered. Bidders are explicitly instructed not to stipulate a specific quantity of items to be ordered in their bids. Additionally, bidders are prohibited from including contractual language that limits liability for incidental and consequential damages.
The document further outlines the procedures for bid submission. It states that late bids will be returned unopened and that the county reserves the right to reject any bid, waive informalities, and award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. It also provides information on vendor preference in tie bids and the prohibition of subcontractors under competitive sealed bidding.
The basis for awarding the contract to the lowest bidder is explained, and it is mentioned that negotiation with the lowest bidder may be considered if their bid exceeds the available funds. The document also includes information on the notice of award, the process for filing protests, and the requirement for bidders to certify that they are not currently debarred by the county or the federal government.
Additional requirements for bidders include providing proof of authority to transact business in Virginia and submitting a completed W-9 form. The document mentions that the procurement is being conducted on behalf of other public bodies and agencies with the consent of the contractor.
In conclusion, the document serves as a comprehensive guide for bidders interested in submitting bids for the janitorial services contract at the Douglass Community Center. It outlines the necessary information, procedures, and requirements that bidders must adhere to, ensuring a fair and transparent bidding process.