IC 5-22-7-2: Invitation for bids

Sec. 2. (a) A purchasing agent shall issue an invitation for bids.

(b) An invitation for bids must include the following:

(1) A purchase description.

(2) All contractual terms and conditions that apply to the purchase.

(3) A statement of the evaluation criteria that will be used, including any of the following:

(A) Inspection.

(B) Testing.

(C) Quality.

(D) Workmanship.

(E) Delivery.

(F) Suitability for a particular purpose.

(G) The requirement imposed under IC 5-22-3-5.

(4) The time and place for opening the bids.

(5) A statement concerning whether the bid must be accompanied by a certified check or other evidence of financial responsibility that may be imposed in accordance with rules or policies of the governmental body.

(6) A statement concerning the conditions under which a bid may be canceled or rejected in whole or in part as specified under IC 5-22-18-2.