Invitation to Bid

This document outlines Cherry Hill Township's general procurement process for Invitations to Bid (IFBs), applicable to commodities, services, and public improvements when costs exceed the $40,000 statutory bid threshold. It details the procedures for obtaining bid packages, which can involve downloading specifications or picking them up from the Purchasing Department, and emphasizes the importance of registering to receive addenda. Prospective bidders must submit proposals in hard copy to the Purchasing Department, along with an electronic copy on a CD or flash drive, by the specified due date; email or faxed submissions are not accepted. The evaluation criteria include responsiveness to specifications, financial responsibility, vendor reputation, service availability, and the best price. Public bid openings are held, and a recommendation is made to the Township Committee for award or rejection within 60 days of the opening, with provisions for extensions. The document also differentiates between procedures for goods/services bids and construction projects, which typically require in-person pickup of bid packages and drawings.