Interwest Construction, Inc. 1/13/2026

City of Everett 00 21 13 - 13 00 21 13 - 13 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS Within 15 calendar days after the Bids are opened, the City will return the bid deposit accompanying the Bids that are not to be considered in making the Award. 1-03.7 Judicial Review All protests by Bidders must be in accordance with Chapter 3.46 of the Everett Municipal Code, “Bid Protest Procedures.” The exclusive venue of all lawsuits shall be in Snohomish County Superior Court. OTHER MATTERS Time of Completion The Contractor shall complete the Work on or before the date or dates specified in Section 00 5213 -AGREEMENT FORM Equal Employment Opportunity The Contractor will be required to assure that equal employment opportunities will be in effect to all individuals throughout the duration of this Contract, pursuant to SECTION 00 72 00, Part 7 “Labor Standards,” of the Contract Documents. The Contractor must comply with all local, State and Federal laws pertaining to non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. Sales Tax The Washington State Department of Revenue has issued special rules on the State sales tax. The Contractor should contact the Washington State Department of Revenue for answers to questions in this area. The City will not adjust its payment if the Contractor bases a Bid on a misunderstood tax liability. The Contractor shall not include State retail sales taxes in the unit bid prices. A separate line item for applying State retail sales tax is provided in the Bid Form. Limitations Regarding Contractor’s Claim for Damages Bidders should review the Contract Documents regarding limitations on claims for damages. Delays and Interference Bidders should review the Contract Documents regarding delays and interference. Business License A City of Everett business license is required for the Contractor and Subcontractors performing Work on this Project. BIDDER’S CHECKLIST Forms for Submission with the Bid The Bidder’s attention is especially called to the following forms that must be executed in full as required and submitted with the Bid. 1. Bid Form: Show the lump sum and unit price items in the spaces provided on the Bid Form. To be filled in and signed by the Bidder 2. Subcontractors Identification Form: To be filled in by the Bidder, if required by these Instructions. 3. Bid Security: This form is to be executed by the Bidder and the surety company unless Bid is accompanied by a certified or cashier’s check, as required by these instructions. The amount of the bond or cashier’s check, which shall be not less than five percent of the Total Bid Amount, may be shown in dollars or on a percentage basis.