I. Bid Format and Content Requirements 1. General instructions a. Each individual or firm may submit only one (1) bid. For the purposes of this paragraph, “firm” includes a parent corporation of a firm and any other subsidiary of that parent corporation. If a firm or individual submits more than one (1) bid, CHP will reject all bids submitted by that firm or individual. b. Develop bids by following all IFB instructions and instructions or clarifications in question/answer notices, clarification notices, or IFB addenda. c. Before preparing a bid, seek timely written clarification of any requirements or instructions that are believed to be vague, unclear or that are not fully understood. Agreement increases will not be allowed due to poor examination of work sites and/or specifications. d. Arrange for timely delivery of the bid package to the specified address. Bidders are advised not to wait until shortly before the bid submission deadline to submit the bid. 2. Bid format requirements a. Submit one (1) original bid package. Bid must be complete with a copy of all required attachments and documentation. b. Bind bid package with a single staple in the upper left-hand corner. c. Sign applicable IFB attachments/forms in ink, preferably in a color other than black. CHP Riverside Area office Roof Repair Services 22C840006 Have a person who is authorized to bind the bidding firm sign each form that requires a signature. Signature stamps are not acceptable. Unsigned bids may be rejected. 3. Bid content requirements This section specifies the order and content of each bid and where applicable, indicates form/attachment completion instructions. When completing the attachments, follow the instructions in this section and any instructions appearing on the attachment. Unless otherwise indicated, do not submit supplemental information or other materials that CHP has not requested. Complete and assemble the following items listed on Attachment 1 – Required Attachment/Certification Checklist contained herein. After completing and signing the applicable attachments, assemble all items in the order and place them in a sealed envelope.