§ 4.08.130. Lowest and best bidder.  


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  • In determining the lowest and best bidder, the following shall be considered, in addition to price:

    A.

    The quality of the material offered;

    B.

    The ability, capacity and skill of the bidder to perform the contract or provide the material or services;

    C.

    Whether the bidder can perform the contract or provide the service promptly, or within the time specified, without delay or interference;

    D.

    The sufficiency of the bidder's financial resources and the effect thereof on his ability to perform the contract or provide the material or services;

    E.

    The character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience and efficiency of the bidder;

    F.

    The quality and timeliness of the bidder's performance on previous orders or contracts for the city;

    G.

    Litigation by the bidder on previous orders or contracts with the city;

    H.

    The ability of the bidder to provide future maintenance and service where such maintenance and service is essential;

    I.

    Certification by bidder of compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity—Non-discrimina-tion requirements.

    J.

    Certification by bidder of compliance with the Pasadena living wage ordinance, where applicable.

(Ord. 6899 § 2 (part), 2002: Ord. 6763 § 2, 1998; Ord. 5068 § 3.08, 1972)