Md. Code Regs. 21.05.02.01

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 20, October 4, 2024

Section 21.05.02.01 - Invitation for Bids

A. Use. The invitation for bids is used to initiate a competitive sealed bid procurement.

B. Content. The invitation for bids shall include the following:

(1) Instructions and information to bidders concerning the bid submission requirements, including the time and date set for receipt of the bids and the address where bids are to be delivered;

(2) The purchase description, delivery or performance schedule, and any special instructions necessary; and

(3) Whether award shall be made on the basis of the most favorable bid price or the most favorable evaluated bid price, whichever is applicable. If the latter basis is used, the objectively measurable criteria to be used shall be set forth in the invitation for bids;

(4) The mandatory solicitation requirements set forth in COMAR 21.05.08; and

(5) A summary of the factors used to determine the expected degree of minority business enterprise participation, including subcontracting opportunities identified for the project, any applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes linked to the subcontracting opportunities, and the number of certified minority business enterprises in those industries.

C. Acknowledgement of Amendments. The invitation for bids shall require the acknowledgement of the receipt of all amendments, addenda, and changes issued.

Md. Code Regs. 21.05.02.01

Regulation .01 amended effective 50:18 Md. R. 800, eff. 9/18/2023