1. A. The multistep sealed bidding method may be used if:

   1. 1. Available specifications or purchase descriptions are not sufficiently complete to permit full competition without technical evaluations and discussions to ensure mutual understanding between each bidder and the school district;
   2. 2. Definite criteria exist for evaluation of technical offers;
   3. 3. More than one technically qualified source is expected to be available; and
   4. 4. A fixed-price contract will be used.
2. B. The multistep sealed bidding method may not be used for construction contracts.

Historical Note

Adopted effective December 17, 1987 (Supp. 87-4). Amended by final exempt rulemaking at 21 A.A.R. 1525, effective July 1, 2014 (Supp. 15-3); effective year corrected in Supp. 18-2.