Indiana § 5-22-7-2 - Invitation for bids
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 5-22-7-2 — Invitation for bids, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-22-7-2. Invitation for bids
Sec. 2. (a) A purchasing agent shall issue an invitation for bids.
(b) An invitation for bids must include the following:
(1) A purchase description.
(2) All contractual terms and conditions that apply to the purchase.
(3) A statement of the evaluation criteria that will be used, including any of the following:
(A) Inspection.
(B) Testing.
(C) Quality.
(D) Workmanship.
(E) Delivery.
(F) Suitability for a particular purpose.
(G) The requirement imposed under IC 5-22-3-5.
(4) The time and place for opening the bids.
(5) A statement concerning whether the bid must be accompanied by a certified check or other evidence of financial responsibility that may be imposed in accordance with rules or policies of the governmental body.
(6) A statement concerning the conditions under which a bid may be canceled or rejected in whole or in part as specified under IC 5-22-18-2.
As added by P.L.49-1997, SEC.1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana § 5-22-7-2
What does Indiana Code § 5-22-7-2 cover?
Section 5-22-7-2 ("Invitation for bids") is part of the Indiana Code, the codified statutory law of Indiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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Is this the official text of Indiana law?
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