The Purchasing Department procures on an annual basis all supplies, materials and services necessary for all Town Departments to function effectively and efficiently. Requests for Proposals and Qualifications Standard Instructions for Proposal Sealed proposals will be received by the Purchasing Agent until the date and time on the title sheet. Proposals received later than the date and time specified will not be considered and will be returned unopened. All proposals will be opened and read publicly and are subject to public inspection. Firms may be present or be represented at all openings.
Municipalities are exempt from any sales, excise or federal taxes.
Fees must be exclusive of taxes and will be so construed. Failure to be informed will not be accepted as an excuse from fulfillment of the requirements. In case of an error in the extension or addition of prices, the unit price will govern. The Town will not be subject to any price increases after an award if not part of the original proposal terms. A selected town committee will evaluate all responses and make a recommendation to the Mayor.