1. Considerations: In awarding an order or a contract to the lowest responsible bidder, the city shall consider, in addition to price:
1. The quality of supplies offered;
2. The ability, capacity, and skill of the bidder to perform the contract or provide the supplies or service required;
3. Whether the bidder can perform the contract or provide the supplies promptly, or within the time specified, without delay or interference;
4. The sufficiency of the bidder's financial resources and the effect thereof on his ability to perform the contract or provide the supplies or services;
5. The character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience, and efficiency of the bidder;
6. The quality of the bidder's performance on previous orders or contracts for the city or others;
7. The ability of the bidder to provide future maintenance and service, where such maintenance and service is essential;
8. The possession or ability to obtain all necessary city and state licenses either at the time of the bid or before doing business with the city, as specified by the contracting agent;
9. The bidder's ability to work cooperatively with the city, including, without limitation, whether the bidder has previously failed to comply with city agreements or other requirements relating directly or indirectly to the subject of the contract, nonpayment of sums due to the city, poor working relationships with or adversarial actions against the city, suspension, or other proceedings by the city against the bidder, or failure to assist the city in determining responsibility;
10. Other criteria as set forth in the invitation for bids.
2. Award To Other Than Low Bidder: When the award is not given to the lowest bidder, a statement of the reasons therefore shall be presented in writing by the department head or designated employee involved, sent to and approved by the city council. A full and complete statement of the reasons the award shall be prepared by the purchasing agent and filed with the other papers relating to the transaction. (Ord. 11-01, 2-24-2011)