This bid was prepared at the request of the Transportation Department to establish fixed pricing for the replacement and repair of windshield glass to school buses, vans, and support vehicles.

Award of this contract shall be to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder as specified in the bid. This recommendation has been reviewed by the Transportation Department's Fleet Manager. 

The initial term of this contract shall be for a two-year period beginning September 12, 2012, with three one-year renewals. All prices offered are firm against any increase for at least one year from the effective date. This contract may be renewed by the Superintendent, per the terms of the specifications. 

Expenditures were $100,069 for 2011/2012, and $127,029 for 2010/2011.  A 2 percent, 21-day, net 45, early payment discount has been offered on this contract.

Contract administration or evaluation is performed by the Project Manager (end user) and Procurement Officer, who function as a team.  Reviews are conducted face to face, typically quarterly, or by utilizing an online vendor performance report.  Prior to soliciting a new contract, the Contract Administration team must first give consideration to the specifications and supporting data of the expiring contract.