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Code of Jefferson City
Title 5 Municipal Finance and Taxation
Chapter 5 Purchasing
Title 5 Municipal Finance and Taxation
Chapter 5 Purchasing
Jefferson City
Title 5 : Municipal Finance and Taxation
Chapter 5 : Purchasing
5-512 : Considerations in determining bid award.
In determining the lowest responsible bidder, in addition to price, the purchasing agent shall consider:
- The ability of the bidder to perform the contract or provide the material or services required.
- Whether the bidder can perform the contract or provide the service promptly, or within the time specified, without delay or interference.
- The character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience, and efficiency of the bidder.
- The previous and existing compliance, by the bidder, with laws and ordinances relating to the contract or service.
- The quality of performance of previous contracts or services.
- The sufficiency of the financial resources and ability of the bidder to perform the contract or provide the service.
- The ability of the bidder to provide future maintenance and service for the use of the supplies or contractual service contracted.
- Terms and conditions stated in the bid.
- Compliance with specifications.
- Total cost of the bid, including expected life, maintenance costs, and performance.
AWARD SPLITTING--If total savings generated is less than $200.00, do not split the bid award. (1996 Code, § 6-512)