The University reserves the right to waive minor irregularities. Scholarships, donations, or gifts to the University will not be considered in the evaluation of bids. A bid may be rejected if it is in any way incomplete or irregular. The University will not be bound by oral responses to inquiries or written responses other than addenda. Award will be made to the low bidder provided that all other requirements are satisfactorily met.
Vendors assume the risk of the methods of dispatch chosen.
The University assumes no responsibility for delays caused by any package or mail delivery service. Postmarking by the due date WILL NOT substitute for receipt of bid. Bids must be date and time stamped by the Purchasing Department on time to be considered. In the event that the University is closed due to inclement weather at the time that a bid is due, the bid will be opened at the same time on the next day that the University is open. Bids received after the due date and time will be returned unopened.