Qualified suppliers are asked to provide quotations, including licensing fees, delivery/transportation fees, and any other charges along with a detailed description of the item(s) proposed for purchase. The following shall form a part of this quotation: 1. Complete and Signed ‘Request for Quotation’ Document 2. Quotation and Price Schedule submitted by supplier, if applicable Any deviation from the specifications must be detailed by the vendor and submitted as part of the vendor’s quotation. Each vendor shall attach in writing, as part of his or her quotation, any special terms and conditions. When stated, these terms and conditions form a part of the quotation submitted. The City reserves the right to accept or reject all or any part of the quotation as the public good may require. Consideration for determining the most advantageous price quotation are: responsibility of the vendor and the ability to perform satisfactorily in the transaction; total cost to the City to include but not be limited to trade discounts, shipping costs and life cycle costs when included in the specifications; quality and performance of the supplies, materials and equipment; quality of vendor's performance of the supplies, materials and equipment; quality of vendor's performance on prior purchases by City or others; and where appropriate, the ability of the vendor to provide future maintenance, repair parts, and service.
