Passenger_Boarding_Ramps.pdf

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INVITATION TO BID

26-022-ITB -Commodities

PASSENGER BOARDING RAMPS

ATTENTION: This is not an order. Read all instructions, terms, and conditions carefully.

IMPORTANT: Proposals must be received no later than 2:00 pm Eastern Time (ET) on

Thursday, May 21, 2026.

BID INVITATION# 26-022-ITB -Commodities

DATE ISSUED: April 30, 2026

Table Of Contents

1. NOTICE TO BIDDERS

1.1. NOTICE TO BIDDERS

2. GENERAL INFORMATION & BID INSTRUCTIONS

2.1. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

2.2. AUTHORITY TO RELEASE

2.3. BACKGROUND

2.4. SUBMISSION OF BIDS

2.5. BID QUESTIONS

2.6. ADDENDA

2.7. SCOPE OF WORK

2.8. KENTUCKY OPEN RECORDS ACT

2.9. ACCEPTANCE PERIOD

2.10. AWARD

2.11. PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT

2.12. RECORDS/FINANCIALS

2.13. GRATUITIES AND KICKBACKS

2.14. NON-COLLUSIVE VENDOR CERTIFICATION

2.15. GOVERNMENT PROVISIONS

2.16. BID CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS

3. PRICING PROPOSAL

3.1. PRICING PROPOSAL

4. VENDOR QUESTIONNAIRE

4.1. VENDOR QUESTIONNAIRE

4.2. ATTACHMENTS

1. NOTICE TO BIDDERS

1.1. NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Pursuant to the provisions of KRS 424.260, the Kenton County Airport Board (“KCAB”) will receive bids for Passenger Boarding Ramps at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Int’l Airport (“CVG”). Bids will be received no later than Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 2:00 pm. No bids will be accepted after that time unless such date or time is extended pursuant to an addendum issued by KCAB.

KCAB reserves the right to waive any informality or irregularity in any proposal or bid guaranty, to reject any or all proposals, to award or refrain from awarding a contract for the work, and to negotiate with the apparent qualified responsible proposer to such extent as may be beneficial to KCAB.

Preference for Kentucky resident bidders will be applied in accordance with Kentucky law.

KCAB in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42

U.S.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d-4), 28 CFR § 50.3, and 49 CFR Part 21, notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, all contractors will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of the owner's race, color, national origin, sex, creed, age, or disability in consideration for an award.

Further information and copies of the Invitation to Bid (ITB) may be downloaded from our website www.cvgairport.com/bids - KCAB's e-Procurement Portal.

KENTON COUNTY AIRPORT BOARD

Lawrence J. Krauter, Chief Executive Officer

CINCINNATI/NORTHERN KENTUCKY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Hebron, KY 41048 https://www.cvgairport.com/bids

2. GENERAL INFORMATION & BID INSTRUCTIONS

2.1. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Release Project Date: April 30, 2026

Deadline For Questions To Be

Submitted:

May 7, 2026, 11:59pm

Answers To Questions Issued: May 14, 2026, 4:00pm

Proposals Due: May 21, 2026, 2:00pm

KCAB reserves the right to modify or alter the schedule of events to such extent as may be beneficial to KCAB.

2.2. AUTHORITY TO RELEASE

KCAB is the sole entity with the authority to issue and/or distribute any solicitation documents and/or related information. All solicitation documents obtained from any source other than KCAB may be incomplete or incorrect. KCAB assumes no responsibility for any error, omission or misinterpretation resulting from the reliance or use of any Solicitation Documents not issued and distributed by KCAB.

All solicitation documents are posted on KCAB’s e-procurement portal at: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cvgairport

2.3. BACKGROUND

KCAB is seeking to procure two (2) Universal Passenger Boarding Ramps that, in combination, provide coverage of the aircraft door sill height range associated with the aircraft identified in this document - including regional jet, narrow-body, and wide-body aircraft - to support safe and efficient boarding and deplaning operations at remote airport locations.

2.4. SUBMISSION OF BIDS

Responses to this ITB must be submitted electronically through KCAB’s online bidding system which can be accessed at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cvgairport. Select the project titled

Passenger Boarding Ramps (Invitation #26-022-ITB -Commodities) and follow the instructions for submittal. The completed and signed bid (together with all required attachments) must be transmitted and received through OpenGov no later than Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 2:00 pm Eastern Time (ET).

Bidders should allow for sufficient time to upload and transmit all required information. Proposer is solely responsible to ensure its submission is transmitted prior to the due date and time. KCAB will not accept submissions after the due date and time and is not responsible for any error in transmission including but not limited to power outage, internet connectivity, unauthorized access, etc.

2.5. BID QUESTIONS

KCAB is not bound by, and bidders may not request or rely on any oral interpretation or clarification of this RFP. Therefore any questions regarding this ITB are encouraged and must be submitted https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurement.opengov.com%2Fportal%2Fcvgairport&data=05%7C02%7Clpurcell%40cvgairport.com%7C915de49180aa4be8bfc808dd4c6e70bc%7Ce88b51b645364ffaa129350653cdad28%7C0%7C0%7C638750759399244215%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dfJmJP4%2FJyNShw%2F66qqftK7bU4WctyXlBbuJWjH7szY%3D&reserved=0 https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cvgairport electronically using the Question and Answer tab of this ITB on KCAB’s online bidding system, which can be accessed at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cvgairport.

Questions received on or before the Deadline to Submit Questions in the Schedule of Events will be posted on the Question and Answer tab of this ITB on the bidding system per the Schedule of

Events. Answers to questions from any bidder will be available to all proposers.

All communications regarding this solicitation must only be through the Questions and

Answers section of the ITB or through the Contract and Procurement Administration

Department. No communication is to be directed to any other KCAB personnel unless otherwise instructed by the Contract and Procurement Administration Department. Failure to comply may result in the disqualification of proposer’s submittal.

2.6. ADDENDA

In the event it becomes necessary to revise, change, modify or cancel this ITB or to provide additional information, addenda will be issued to all recipients of this ITB.

2.7. SCOPE OF WORK

2.7.1. General Scope

KCAB is soliciting bids for the procurement of two (2) universal, all-weather, solar-electric Passenger

Boarding Ramps that meet the specified requirements. The successful bidder (the "Contractor") will be responsible for the manufacture, delivery, and commissioning of equipment that meets or exceeds the technical specifications outlined herein.

2.7.2. Delivery Requirements

Passenger Boarding Ramps must be delivered to the Central Warehouse located at 300 Maintenance

Court, Hebron, Kentucky 41048 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through

Friday.

Lead time for delivery of Passenger Boarding Ramps must be no more than 180 days from receipt of order.

2.7.3. Technical Specifications

Aircraft Compatibility: The ramps must be versatile enough to service aircraft with various front door sill heights, including:

• ERJ-145, CRJ-700/900, ERJ-170/175 (Regional Jets)

• Boeing 737, Airbus A320 (Narrow-Body)

• Boeing 767, 787, 777, Airbus A330, A350, A380 (Wide-Body, lower deck only for A380)

Structural & Safety Features:

• Roofing: Full roof with side protection for overhead and windblown precipitation protection.

• Walking Surface: High-traction, non-slip surface for all-weather safety.

• Lighting: Integrated LED walkways for night-time/low-light operations.

• Upper Landing: Extra-wide platform (min. 5 feet) for passenger flow and door clearance.

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• Ramp Angle: Must not exceed 8 degrees for ambulatory and wheelchair accessibility.

• Access: Separate dedicated access stairs for aircrew/ramp personnel to reduce congestion.

Drive System & Maneuverability:

• Propulsion: Fully electric drivetrain with solar-powered battery recharging (zero-emission).

• Steering: Remote control steering for high-precision positioning from the ground. Must be capable of 360 degree turns.

• Height Adjustment: Electric adjustment to match varying sill heights quickly.

• Wheels: Heavy-duty solid drive wheels to eliminate puncture risk.

• Safety Signaling: Orange flashing beacon active during movement or operation.

Operational Requirements:

• Quantity: Two (2) complete units.

• Delivery: Fully assembled or assembled on-site at CVG.

• Training: On-site operational and safety training for ground handling staff.

• Compliance: Must meet all current FAA and OSHA standards for Ground Support Equipment

(GSE).

2.7.4. Minimum Qualifications

Bidders must demonstrate the following to be considered for evaluation:

• Relevant Experience: Bidders, including all manufacturers and sellers, must demonstrate at least five (5) years of experience in the production or distribution of aircraft boarding equipment.

• Proven Track Record: Bidders must provide a list of at least three (3) commercial airports currently utilizing the proposed model or a substantially similar unit.

• Warranty & Support: Must provide a minimum two-year (2) comprehensive warranty and a ten-year (10) structural warranty. Furthermore, the Contractor must guarantee a response time for technical support inquiries not to exceed 48 hours.

• Regulatory Compliance: Documentation confirming the units meet SAE ARP1247 (General

Requirements for Aerospace Ground Support Equipment) and applicable FAA Advisory

Circulars.

• Training Program: Bidders must have an established training curriculum for the operation and maintenance of the proposed equipment.

2.8. KENTUCKY OPEN RECORDS ACT

Each bidder must specifically identify any portion of its bid which it deems confidential, or which contains proprietary information, patents, copyrights or trade secrets. Bidder should provide justification of what material should not be disclosed, upon request, by KCAB to a third party. All documents received by

KCAB are subject to general inspection under the provisions of Kentucky Revised Statutes Chapter

61.870 et seq, the “Kentucky Open Records Act”, subject to very narrow exceptions. These statutes may require disclosure of documents a bidder deems confidential. KCAB may otherwise use or disclose the data submitted by each bidder for any purpose, unless such data is so identified as confidential or proprietary by the bidder. The bidder's opinion of proprietary information is not binding upon KCAB.

2.9. ACCEPTANCE PERIOD

Bids in response to this ITB must indicate it is valid for a period no less than one hundred twenty (120) days from the closing date.

2.10. AWARD

1. KCAB intends to award a Purchase Order resulting from this solicitation to the responsible bidder whose bid represents the best value after evaluation.

2. KCAB reserves the right to waive any informality or irregularity in any bid guaranty, to reject any or all bids, to award or refrain from awarding a contract for the work, and to negotiate with the apparent qualified responsible bidder to such extent as may be beneficial to KCAB.

3. KCAB intends to evaluate bids and award a purchase order(s) without discussions with bidders. Therefore, the bidder’s initial bid should contain the bidder’s best terms from a cost or price and technical standpoint.

4. KCAB reserves the right to make an award on any item for a quantity less than the quantity offered, at the unit cost or prices offered.

5. KCAB reserves the right to make multiple awards if, after considering the bids submitted, it is in KCAB’s best interest to do so.

6. KCAB has the right, at its sole election, to alter the specifications and/or frequencies of services required and tailor the contract price to said change (increase or decrease).

7. The delivery must occur 180 days after receipt of order.

2.11. PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT

The successful bidder shall issue an invoice once per shipment along with supporting data. KCAB will pay submitted invoices on a net 30 basis subject to the terms of the attached agreement.

2.12. RECORDS/FINANCIALS

In submitting bids on any item to be purchased by KCAB, the bidder hereby agrees to make available any and all records, books of account, correspondence, or other information reasonably necessary to enable KCAB or its designated agents to investigate the responsibility of the bidder in terms of its financial status, capacity to produce, sources of supply, performance record in the business or industry, and any other matter reasonably related to the proposer’s probable ability to perform adequately under a contract if it is awarded to the bidder.

2.13. GRATUITIES AND KICKBACKS

It is a breach of ethical standards for any person to offer, give, or agree to give any employee or former employee, or for any employee or former employee to solicit, demand, accept, or agree to accept from another person, a gratuity or an offer of employment in connection with any decision, approval, disapproval, recommendation, preparation of any part of a program requirement or a purchase request, influencing the content of any specification or procurement standard, rendering of advice, investigation, auditing, or in any other advisory capacity in any proceeding of application, request for ruling, determination, claim or controversy, or other particular matter, pertaining to any program requirement or a contract or subcontract, or to any solicitation or proposal therefore.

It is a breach of ethical standards for any payment, gratuity, or offer of employment to be made by or on behalf of a subcontractor under a contract to the prime vendor or higher tier subcontractor or any person associated therewith, as an inducement for the award of a subcontract or order.

In the event that any gratuities or kickbacks are offered or tendered to any KCAB employee, the proposal shall be disqualified and shall not be reinstated.

2.14. NON-COLLUSIVE VENDOR CERTIFICATION

By the submission of this proposal, the proposer certifies that:

1. The proposal has been arrived at by the proposer independently and has been submitted without collusion with any other vendor.

2. The contents of the proposal have not been communicated by the proposer, or, to its best knowledge and belief, by any of its employees or agents, to any person not an employee or agent of the proposer or its surety on any bond furnished herewith and will not be communicated to any such person prior to the official opening of the proposal.

3. No proposer may submit more than one proposal for this purchase. It shall be the responsibility of each proposer to obtain the prior written permission of KCAB before proposal opening in every situation in which the proposer, due to corporate association or other affiliation, may be found to be impermissibly associated with another vendor. Failure to observe this requirement could result in all such affiliated proposals being rejected.

2.15. GOVERNMENT PROVISIONS

2.15.1. CIVIL RIGHTS – GENERAL CIVIL RIGHTS PROVISIONS AND CONTRACTUAL

REQUIREMENTS

In all its activities within the scope of its airport program, the Contractor agrees to comply with pertinent statutes, Executive Orders, and such rules as identified in Title VI List of Pertinent

Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities to ensure that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, age, or disability be excluded from participating in any activity conducted with or benefiting from Federal assistance. This provision binds the Contractor and subcontractors from the bid solicitation period through the completion of the contract.

2.15.2. CIVIL RIGHTS – TITLE VI ASSURANCE

Compliance with Nondiscrimination Requirements:

During the performance of this contract, the Contractor, for itself, its assignees and successors in interest (hereinafter referred to as the "Contractor") agrees as follows:

A. Compliance with Regulations. The Contractor (hereinafter includes consultants) will comply with the Title VI List of Pertinent Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities, as they may be amended from time to time, which are herein incorporated by reference and made a part of this

Contract.

B. Nondiscrimination. The Contractor, with regard to the work performed by it during the

Contract, will not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, age, or disability in the selection and retention of subcontractors, including procurements of materials and leases of equipment. The Contractor will not participate either directly or indirectly in the discrimination prohibited by the Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities, including employment practices when the Contract covers any activity, project, or program set forth in Appendix B of the 49 CFR part 21 including amendments thereto.

C. Solicitations for Subcontracts, including procurements of Materials and Equipment. In all solicitations either by competitive bidding or negotiation made by Contractor for work to be performed under a subcontract, including procurements of materials or leases of equipment, each potential subcontractor or supplier will be notified by Contractor of contractor’s obligations under this Contract and the Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities on the grounds of race, color, or national origin.

D. Information and Reports. The Contractor will provide all information and reports required by the Acts, the Regulations, and directives issued pursuant thereto and will permit access to its books, records, accounts, other sources of information, and its facilities as may be determined by KCAB or the FAA to be pertinent to ascertain compliance with such Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities and instructions. Where any information required of a contractor is in the exclusive possession of another who fails or refuses to furnish the information, the Contractor will so certify to KCAB or the FAA, as appropriate, and will set forth what efforts it has made to obtain the information.

E. Sanctions for Noncompliance. In the event of Contractor's non-compliance with the non-discrimination provisions of this Contract, KCAB will impose such contract sanctions as it or the FAA may determine to be appropriate, including, but not limited to:

a. Withholding of payments to the contractor under the contract until the Contractor complies, and/or

b. Cancelling, terminating, or suspending a contract, in whole or in part.

6. Incorporation of Provisions. The Contractor will include the provisions of paragraphs onethrough six in every subcontract, including procurements of materials and leases of equipment, unless exempted by the Acts, the Regulations, and directives issued pursuant thereto. The Contractor will take action with respect to any subcontract or procurement as KCAB or the FAA may direct as a means of enforcing such provisions including sanctions for non-compliance. Provided, that if the

Contractor becomes involved in, or is threatened with litigation with a subcontractor or a supplier as a result of such direction, the Contractor may request KCAB to enter into any litigation to protect the interests of KCAB. In addition, Contractor may request the United States to enter into the litigation to protect the interest of the United States.

Title VI List of Pertinent Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities

During the performance of this contract, the Contractor, for itself, its assignees, and successors in interest (hereinafter referred to as the “Contractor”) agrees to comply with the following non-discrimination statutes and authorities; including but not limited to:

•Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000d et seq., 78 stat. 252), (prohibitsdiscrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin);

•49 CFR part 21 (Non-discrimination In Federally-Assisted Programs of The Departmentof

Transportation—Effectuation of Title VI of The Civil Rights Act of 1964) includingamendments thereto;

•The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970,(42

U.S.C. § 4601), (prohibits unfair treatment of persons displaced or whose property hasbeen acquired because of Federal or Federal-aid programs and projects);

•Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 U.S.C. § 794 et seq.), as amended,(prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability); and 49 CFR part 27(Nondiscrimination on the Basis of

Disability in Programs or Activities Receiving FederalFinancial Assistance);

•The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, (42 U.S.C. § 6101 et seq.), (prohibitsdiscrimination on the basis of age);

•Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982, (49 U.S.C. § 47123), as amended, (prohibitsdiscrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, or sex);

•The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, (P.L. 100-259) (broadened the scope, coverageand applicability of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination Actof 1975 and

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, by expanding the definition ofthe terms “programs or activities” to include all of the programs or activities of the Federal-aid recipients, sub-recipients and contractors, whether such programs or activities areFederally funded or not);

•Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq)(prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability in the operation of public entities, public and private transportation systems, places of public accommodation, and certain testing entities) as implemented by Department of Transportation regulations at 49 CFR Parts 37 and

38; • Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, which prohibits you from discriminating because of sex in education programs or activities (20 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq).

2.15.3. Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (Federal Minimum Wage)

This Contract incorporates by reference the provisions of 29 CFR part 201, the Federal Fair Labor

Standards Act (FLSA), with the same force and effect as if given in full text. The FLSA sets minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards for full and part time workers. The

Contractor has full responsibility to monitor compliance to the referenced statute or regulation. The

Contractor must address any claims or disputes that arise fro

2.15.4. Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970

This Contract incorporates by reference the requirements of 29 CFR Part 1910 with the same force and effect as if given in full text. Contractor must provide a work environment that is free from recognized hazards that may cause death or serious physical harm to the employee. The Contractor retains full responsibility to monitor its compliance and their subcontractor’s compliance with the applicable requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (20 CFR Part 1910).

Contractor must address any claims or disputes that pertain to a referenced requirement directly with the U.S. Department of Labor – Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

2.15.5. INCORPORATION OF REGULATIONS

Contractor agrees to negotiate in good faith the incorporation into this Contract any and all statutes, rules and regulations which may now or during the term of this Contract be required by the FAA or other governmental agency as a prerequisite to or a condition of the Board and/or Contractor receiving any federal or state grant or loan or other governmental assistance.

2.16. BID CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS

The terms and conditions of this request for proposal (RFP) include all general and special conditions as enumerated herein.

All participating proposers agree to comply with all of the conditions, requirements and instructions of this RFP as stated or implied herein. Any alteration, erasure or interlineation by the proposer in this proposal constitutes cause for rejection by KCAB. Should KCAB omit anything from this RFP which is necessary to a clear understanding of the work, or should it appear that various instructions are in conflict, then the proposer shall notify the Contract and Procurement Administration Department prior to the deadline for question submissions as per the time and date shown in the Schedule of Events.

Typographical errors in entering quotations on this proposal may result in the disqualification of this proposal.

All proposers are required to complete all information requested in this proposal. Failure to do so may result in the disqualification of proposal.

Unit price for each item must be shown for the unit of measurement indicated. In case of error in extension of prices, the unit price governs.

Each proposer shall fully acquaint and familiarize themselves with the conditions as they exist and the character of the operations to be carried on under the proposed contract and make such investigations as the proposer may see fit so that the proposer shall fully understand the facilities, physical conditions and restrictions associated with the services.

The successful proposer shall comply with all of the specifications, terms and conditions of this RFP.

KCAB is not liable for any costs incurred by proposer in the preparation of proposals or for any work performed in connection therein.

3. PRICING PROPOSAL

3.1. PRICING PROPOSAL

Pricing must be all-inclusive, firm fixed for n/a, and delivered to the address specified inclusive of all transportation charges FOB Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.

Bids must be submitted electronically using the Line Items tab on KCAB’s electronic bidding system.

Submittals must be confirmed by a duly authorized official of the bidding company.

Line Item Description Quantity Unit of

Measure Unit Cost Total

1 Universal Passenger Boarding

Ramp designed to accommodate

Narrow-Body Aircrafts

1 EA

2 Universal Passenger Boarding

Ramp designed to accommodate

Wide-Body Aircrafts

1 EA

TOTAL

4. VENDOR QUESTIONNAIRE

4.1. VENDOR QUESTIONNAIRE

Each bid must include the following written information:

1. Minimum Qualifications*

Provide supporting documentation verifying that the firm and assigned staff meet all requirements listed in Section 2.7.4. Please organize documentation by the four categories listed below:

• Relevant Experience: must have at least five (5) years of experience in manufacturing aircraft boarding equipment.

• Proven Track Record: must provide a list of at least three (3) commercial airports currently utilizing the proposed model or a substantially similar unit.

• Warranty & Support: must provide a minimum two-year comprehensive warranty and a minimum 10-year structural warranty and a guaranteed response time for technical support within 48 hours.

• Regulatory Compliance: must provide documentation confirming the units meet SAE

ARP1247 (General Requirements for Aerospace Ground Support Equipment) and applicable

FAA Advisory Circulars.

*Response required

2. Company Profile*

Provide a brief history of your company, including the number of years in the boarding ramp business.

*Response required

3. Lead Time Commitment*

State your Guaranteed Lead Time in total calendar days from receipt of order.

*Response required

4. Production Milestone Schedule

Provide a schedule (e.g., fabrication start, shipping, on-site assembly, training) to support your lead time.

5. References*

Provide three (3) current commercial or government client references for whom you have provided similar services. For each reference, include the primary contact’s name, title, direct phone number, and email address.

*Response required

6. Provide a copy of your Certificate of Insurance*

*Response required

7. Exceptions to ITB*

State in writing all exceptions to this ITB attached. Exceptions should list referencing page and paragraph numbers. If no exceptions are taken, the proposal must include a statement that the bidder takes “No Exceptions”.

*Response required

8. Resident & Non Resident Status Forms*

Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

• Resident_&_Non_Resident_Sta...

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9. Confirmation*

By submitting a bid, the bidder consents to its use and acceptance of electronic signatures to execute any awarded contract and associated agreements. Bidder agrees to be bound by electronic signatures to the same legal effect and extent as if manually signed. KCAB expects the successful bidder will execute any awarded contract using KCAB’s electronic signature service unless the bidder includes an exception with its proposal signifying its desire to sign manually. Included with the bid, bidders must identify the following information regarding the person with full authority to legally bind proposer and sign agreements on its behalf:

A. Full Name;

B. Position Title; and

C. Email Address.

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10. Provide the following:*

Proposers must identify the following information regarding the person with full authority to legally bind proposer and sign agreements on its behalf:

A. Full Name;

B. Position Title; and

C. Email Address.

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2.16. BID CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS