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SNO-ISLE TECH 2O23 SMALL WORKS Section 00 20 00, Page 3 MCGRANAHAN ARCHITECTS INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS 1.10 SUBSTITUTIONS AND APPROVAL BEFORE RECEIPT OF BIDS Whenever a material, article or piece of equipment is identified on the plans or in the specifications by reference to ~ manufacturer's name, trademark, model or catalog number, only such specific items may be used in the base bid, except as hereinafter provided. When the term "or approved equal" is employed, any item or material not specifically named by manufacturer's name shall be subject to the Architect's approval. Requests for approval shall be submitted to the Architect in writing at least ten (10) days prior to receiving of bids. Requests received after that time will not be considered. Requests for approval shall clearly describe the product for which approval is asked, the specific application, and shall be accompanied by samples, record of performance, certified copies of tests by impartial and recognized laboratories, and such additional information as the Architect may reasonably request. Approval of all items and materials will be given only by written addendum sent to all prime bidders. Each prime bidder may submit, with its bid, a letter under separate cover listing substitutions of its choice which it is willing to guarantee. However, its bid shall be based on the specified items. This letter shall identify the product by name, the manufacturer of each, and shall state the amount to be added to or deducted from the Base Bid in the event the substitution is '— accepted. This separate proposal will not be used for the purpose of determining the successful bidder. These proposed substitutions do not require the prior approval of the Architect. Proposals for changes in structure, design or function will not be considered. The cost of any redesign caused by a substitution shall be borne by the substituting Contractor. 1.11 WITHDRAWAL OF BID At any time prior to the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids, any bidder may withdraw its bid, either personally or by telegraphic or written request. After the scheduled closing time for the receipt of bids or before the award of Contract, no bidder will be permitted to withdraw his bid unless said award is delayed for a period exceeding thirty (30) days, or until execution of Contract, whichever is the shorter time. 1.12 OPENING OF BIDS At the time and place set for the opening and reading of bids, each and every bid (except those which may have been withdrawn in accordance with the foregoing WITHDRAWAL OF BID) received prior to the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids will be publicly opened and read aloud, irrespective of any irregularities or informalities in such proposals. mcg-ARC 2120.000 February 28, 2023