This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Greenville, North Carolina. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

Each bidder must submit a proposal on the enclosed request for quotation form. The quotation must be signed by an authorized official of the firm. GUC is exempt from Federal Excise Tax and will issue a Federal Exemption Certificate upon request to the successful bidder. If quote is not in strict accordance with Section II, "Specifications," bidder must list or note all exceptions on the Request for Quotation Form, otherwise, it is fully understood that the successful bidder will furnish equipment and/or materials exactly as specified. GUC reserves the right to accept or reject quotes and to determine the lowest responsible, responsive quote from the standpoint of quality, performance, and price. GUC reserves the right to reject any and all quotations, to waive any and all informalities, and to disregard all nonconforming or conditional quotes or counter proposals. In evaluating quotes, GUC shall consider whether the quotes comply with the prescribed requirements, plus all alternates or options requested. GUC reserves the right to include or exclude any option or alternative in GUC's opinion is in GUC's best interests. If a quote is to be awarded, it will be awarded to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder whose evaluation by GUC indicates that the award will be in GUC's best interests. It is the intent of Greenville Utilities Commission (GUC) to enter into a multi-year contract at the time the contract is awarded by GUC to the successful bidder for a total contract period not to exceed three (3) years. Prices shall remain fixed during the first year with option for annual extensions at the same or negotiated unit prices for up to two (2) additional years if market and service conditions so warrant and prove to be in the best interest of GUC. Questions regarding this bid request should be directed to Cleve Haddock, CLGPO, Purchasing Procurement Manager, (252) 551-1533, haddocgc@guc.com. Greenville Utilities reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Late bids will not be considered.