(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)