(A) General. A public project of more than $175,000 shall be let to contract by the formal bidding procedures.
(B) Notice.
(1) The notice shall state the time and place for receiving and opening sealed bids and distinctly describe the project. The notice shall be:
(a) Published in a newspaper of general circulation in the city at least 14 calendar days before the bid opening date; and
(b) Mailed to all construction trade journals identified under § 3-4.24 at least 30 calendar days before the bid opening date.
(2) The city may give any other notice it deems proper.
(C) Opening of bids and award of contract. At the time provided in the notice, all bids timely received shall be opened. Unless all bids are rejected, the contract shall be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
(Ord. 2049-C-S, passed 7-12-11)