During bid preparation, a major subcontractor withdraws their quote 30 minutes before bid submission. The next lowest quote is $25,000 higher. What is the most appropriate action?
Correct Answer
A) Submit the bid using the higher quote
The contractor must submit a bid based on available, valid quotes. Using a withdrawn quote would be unethical and could lead to financial loss. The bid should include the higher quote to ensure accuracy.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
The contractor must submit a bid based on available, valid quotes. Using a withdrawn quote would be unethical and could lead to financial loss. The bid should include the higher quote to ensure accuracy.
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