3.05.310 Standards for determining lowest responsible bidder.
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A. Public works - State mandated criteria. In determining lowest responsible bidder for a public works project, in addition to price, the criteria for bidder responsibility set forth in RCW 39.04.350(1) and RCW 39.06.020 shall be considered.
B. Public works - Supplemental criteria. Supplemental criteria for bidder responsibility for public works projects may be considered and shall be set forth in the applicable bid documents.
C. Responsible bidder criteria. The following may also be considered by the City in determining bidder responsibility for all City procurements:
1. The ability, capacity and skill of the bidder to perform the contract;
2. Whether the bidder can perform the contract promptly, or within the time specified, without delay or interference;
3. The character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience and efficiency of the bidder;
4. The quality of performance of any previous contract by the bidder;
5. The previous and existing compliance by the bidder with state and federal laws and regulations and with local ordinances relating to contracts;
6. The sufficiency of the financial resources and ability of the bidder to perform the contract;
7. The quality, availability and adaptability of the materials, supplies or equipment to the particular use required;
8. The ability of the bidder to provide future maintenance and service for the use of the subject of the contract;
9. The number and scope of conditions attached to the bid;
10. Compliance with Section 3.05.242 and all affirmative action requirements insofar as permitted by Law. (Ord. M-4173 §30, 2016; Ord. M-4018 §16, 2012; Ord. M-3960 §20, 2010; Ord. M-3129 §2 (part), 1994)