This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Manhattan Beach, California. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The City of Manhattan Beach is soliciting bids for two hundred and thirty-three (233) new/unused 36" x 36" Tree Grate Frame Sets, as specified herein. Quantity: 233 Tree Grate Frame Sets Bids shall specify each item as set forth in this Invitation to Bid (ITB). Failure to comply with all requirements and conditions set forth by these specifications and ITB instructions will be the cause for the rejection of the bid(s). No exceptions or deviations from these specifications will be considered unless each exception or deviation is specifically identified with a detailed statement fully defining the exception(s). All exception(s) must be fully supported by detailed specification regarding the deviated item and shall accompany the proposal for evaluation by the City. If no exceptions are identified, the bidder shall be required to furnish the service exactly as specified herein. The burden of proof of compliance with these specifications is the responsibility of the bidder. Acceptance or rejection of the changes is the sole prerogative of the City. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids or to make no award. The City may consider alternates in addition to the sun ray pattern as shown in the attachments section. Review list of specifications on Cost Proposal sheet to ensure alternate pattern adheres to all specifications. If the vendor chooses to include an alternate pattern, upload this alternate pattern sheet along with your Cost Proposal sheet. The alternate pattern price must also be included in the Cost Proposal sheet. 1. Successful bidder shall deliver fully assembled unit(s) to the City of Manhattan Beach Public Works Facility, 3621 Bell Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA. 2. Bidder shall be responsible to obtain Exempt registration. Pricing shall include the fully equipped unit plus documentation, transportation, sales tax and any other applicable charges/fees. The City is exempt from any federal excise tax and California State license and registration fees. However, sales tax must be added at the Los Angeles County rate of 9.5% even if your company or firm does not collect California State sales tax. Bidders are cautioned when calculating sales tax. California Board of Equalization Regulations requires "handling" to be taxed. Shipping may also be taxed if delivery is through a company-owned vehicle. Miscalculation of sales tax may affect the overall bid price. Thus, vendors should consult with their tax advisors or accounting staff to ensure sales taxes are calculated correctly prior to submitting a bid. Prices shall be F.O.B. destination. Any cash incentives/prompt payment discounts offered may be used when calculating the lowest bid if the end result benefits the City. Any prompt payment discounts shall be calculated from the time of delivery and acceptance of vehicles by the City, not invoice date.An invoice shall be provided to the City upon delivery of the unit. The City will effect payment within 30 days of the receipt of properly completed invoice from the Dealer. Question Submission Deadline:April 12, 2023, 12:00pm