§ 37.18  DETERMINING LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER.
   In determining the lowest responsible bidder, the following shall be considered, in addition to price:
   (A)   The quality of supplies offered;
   (B)   The ability, capacity, and skill of the bidder to perform the contract or provide the supplies or service required;
   (C)   Whether the bidder can perform the contract or provide the supplies 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 or her ability to perform the contract or provide the supplies or services;
   (E)   The character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience, and efficiency of the bidder;
   (F)   The quality of 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 previous and existing compliance by the bidder with law and ordinances relating to the subject of the contract;
   (I)   The ability of the bidder to provide future maintenance and service where maintenance and service is essential; and
   (J)   Payment of local sales or use taxes that will accrue to the city.
(1969 Code, § 2-303)  (Ord. 1975-2, passed 4-14-1975)