§ 32.12 LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER.
   (A)   Contracts, except as otherwise provided herein, shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder.
   (B)   In determining the lowest responsible bidder, in addition to price, the purchasing agent shall consider:
      (1)   The ability, capacity, and skill of the bidder to perform the contract or provide the service required;
      (2)   Whether the bidder can perform the contract or provide the service promptly, or within the time specified, without delay or interference;
      (3)   The character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience, and efficiency of the bidder;
      (4)   The quality of performance of previous contracts or services;
      (5)   The previous and existing compliance by the bidder with laws and subchapters relating to any contract or service;
      (6)   The sufficiency of the financial resources and ability of the bidder to perform the contract or provide the service;
      (7)   The quality, availability, and adaptability of the supplies, or contractual services to the particular use required;
      (8)   The ability of the bidder to provide future maintenance and service for the use of the subject of the contract; and
      (9)   The number and scope of the conditions attached to the bid.
(2005 Code, § 7.012) (Ord. 2-80, passed 7-9-1980)