The bid form asks for a base bid and three alternates. How should the contractor submit alternate pricing?
Correct Answer
D) Price each alternate separately as requested by the bid form
Alternates are separate bid items that let the owner add or deduct defined scope while comparing bids. Other choices hide the comparison basis or omit requested bid information.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Alternates are separate bid items that let the owner add or deduct defined scope while comparing bids. Other choices hide the comparison basis or omit requested bid information.
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