BID - Janitorial Service 2012

This document is a set of instructions to bidders for a janitorial services contract. It includes information on the submission of bids, questions and inquiries, exceptions and additions to the specifications, inspection of the site, firm pricing for county acceptance, unit price, F.O.B. destination, proprietary information, authority to bind firm in contract, preparation and submission of bids, and correction or withdrawal of bids. The document emphasizes the importance of reading the entire solicitation and complying with the specified requirements. It also provides guidelines for submitting bids, including the need for a manual signature and the inclusion of necessary attachments. The document states that any exceptions or additions to the specifications or contract terms that may be prejudicial to the interest of the County or fair competition will not be permitted. It also mentions the availability of on-site inspections and the requirement for firm pricing for a minimum of 90 days. The document further addresses the protection of proprietary information and the authority of individuals to sign bids on behalf of their firms. It concludes with information on the correction or withdrawal of bids and the cancellation of awards based on bid mistakes.