§ 2-204. Bidding procedure.

(a)

Formal sealed bids shall be solicited by publication; by invitation mailed to known contractors and by posting on a public bulletin board in the office of the purchasing agent. All invitations to bid shall include detailed specifications or indication as to where they can be obtained, shall specify the time and place where the bids shall be filed, the time and place where bids will be opened and the time after opening within which an award will be made or all bids rejected.

(b)

Bids shall be opened at the time and place specified and the full details of all bids shall be recorded.

(c)

An abstract of the record of bids shall be posted for public inspection; shall have added to it information indicating the basis for awarding the contract and the name of the successful bidder; and shall remain posted for five (5) days after the award has been made.

(d)

If any prospective bidder shall neglect or refuse to furnish the purchasing agent with such financial statement and other information as may be required to determine his responsibility as a bidder, his bid shall not be considered.

(e)

The board of awards may waive any irregularities or informalities on any bids submitted.

(Code 1961, § 2-132; Ord. No. 43, § 3, 10-27-1965; Ord. No. 297, 5-3-1983)