Be aware of overtime costs and bargaining unit contracts. Time and attendance records must be maintained. An 8-hour day may include preparation, evaluation, and travel time in addition to the time required for actual performance of services. Provide a description of the product or service to be procured by contract and an estimate of the cost. The basis for calculation is the current state rate.
Excessive equipment is considered as a reason to deny a proposal.
Any expendable supplies must be included under Operating Expenses. You should get at least three telephone bids and document your files accordingly. Provide a description in the order listed of each component requested. Clearly present each topic, separated by subject headings. These components describe to the reader the importance of the project, what you will do, and ho you will do it.