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The Brooks Act

posted ‎‎Jan 20, 2009 11:27 AM‎‎ by Gibson Anthony

Town Manager Bill Ingersol was informed recently that our bid process would be subject to the Brooks Act.

Below is an excerpt from a memo pertaining to the Brooks Act. It may not be the latest info, but it gives a sense of the requirements related to rating the trail bids.

Excerpted:

"The Brooks Act requires agencies to promote open competition by advertising, ranking, selecting, and negotiating contracts based on demonstrated competence and qualifications for the type of engineering and design services being procured, and at a fair and reasonable price." Click here for more details