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Council rejects flawed park community‑space bid and directs rebid
Summary
Staff reported three bids were received for the community-space project at the park but one bidder omitted bond information. Citing procurement statute, council voted to reject the bid and re-advertise the project.
Staff updated the council on bids for the community-space project at the park, saying the town received three bids but one contractor omitted required bond documentation. A staff speaker noted the procurement statute allows rebidding when required documents are missing and recommended the council direct staff to rebid the project.
Council members discussed the inadequacies of the bids and moved to reject the incomplete submission. One council member moved to reject the bid and another seconded the motion; the mayor called the vote and the motion carried. Staff will consult procurement rules and re-advertise the bid so the project can move forward at a later date.
