This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES (a) Any manufacturer's names, trade names, brand name, or catalog numbers used in specifications are for the purpose of describing and establishing general quality levels. SUCH REFERENCES ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE RESTRICTIVE. Bids will be considered for any brand which meets the quality of the specifications listed for any items. (b) Bidders are required to state exactly what they intend to furnish, otherwise they shall be required to furnish the items as specified. (c) Bidders will submit, with their proposal, data necessary to evaluate and determine the quality of the item(s) they are bidding For any questions about the electronic bid document submission process, please contact City of Tuscaloosa Purchasing Awards shall be made or contracts entered into with the lowest responsible bidder(s) meeting all specifications and terms and conditions established by the Division of Purchasing. The Division of Purchasing reserves the right to determine the lowest responsible bidder on the basis of an individual item or group of items. Delivery dates may be a factor in awards. AWARD OF CONTRACT (a) The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based upon the following factors: quality; conformity with specifications; purpose for which required; terms of delivery; transportation charges; dates of delivery. (b) The city reserves the right to accept and award item by item, and/or by group, or in the aggregate, unless the bidder qualifies his bid by specified limitations. Re Par.4(a)3. (c) Prices quoted must be FOB Destination to Tuscaloosa with all transportation charges prepaid unless otherwise specified in the Invitation to Bid. (d) A written award of acceptance (Purchase Order), mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful bidder shall result in a binding contract. (e) If two or more bids received are for the same total amount or unit price, quality and service being equal, the contract shall be awarded to a local bidder.