Current Bids
BID DROP OFF AND BID OPENING PROCEDURES
The District will not accept bids via email or fax.
Bids can be received via mail carriers such as USPS, FedEx, UPS, etc.
The District will not be responsible for errors or missed deliveries by outside providers.
For best results the District recommends you hand carry your bid to the Purchasing Department.
DROP OFF OR MAIL BIDS AND RFP'S TO THIS ADDRESS:
BERRYESSA UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
PURCHASING DEPARTMENT
981 RIDDER PARK DRIVE
SAN JOSE, CA 95131
Please contact Bonny Gregorius, Purchasing Manager via email bgregorius@busd.net if you have any questions.
Bids will be opened and read aloud in the District Board Room approximately 10 minutes after the time they are due.
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FOR PROJECTS $ 1 MILLION DOLLARS OR MORE
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CURRENT BIDS FOR 2024-25 (scroll down for older bids)
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BID NUMBER: BID B-09-2024-25
TITLE: WAREHOUSE BUILDING REPLACEMENT
DUE DATE: JUNE 3, 2025 BEFORE 2:00 PM
This is a Measure U Bond Program project. The Berryessa Union School District is seeking qualified and experienced licensed contractors to submit sealed bids for construction of a new warehouse building. The work consists of abatement and demolition of existing buildings, site clearing, underground utilities, building slab and construction of a pre-engineered metal building, interior buildout, fire alarm, security, data, sitework, ADA work, signage and all other associated work.
PREQUALIFICATION - AB1565: This project is subject to Prime and M/E/P Contractor Prequalification.
The last day to submit a prequalification package is May 20, 2025. If a bidder is not prequalified to bid on this Project, the District will not accept the bid. Prequalification documents are available for download at www.berryessa.k12.ca.us. Click the link for “Contractor Prequalification” under the Purchasing Department Page.
PRE-BID CONFERENCE - There will be a Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference and Job Walk for this project. The Pre-Bid Conference and Job Walk will begin at 11:30 am on April 22, 2025. Meet outside near the flagpole at the BUSD Corporation Yard, 945 Piedmont Road, San Jose, CA 95132. Contractors are not allowed to visit the site without being accompanied by the Construction Manager.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – Strawn Construction, Inc.
Donny Durham – Project Manager – ddurham@scmdinc.com – 408-313 0651
Ian Strawn – Project Engineer - istrawn@scmdinc.com – 408-835-9829
PLANS and SPECIFICATIONS - Plans/Specifications and Bid Documents will be available online for download after April 21, 2025, at www.berryessa.k12.ca.us. Go to Department > Business Services > Purchasing > Current Bids. Contractors are reminded to check the website frequently for updates and addenda.
LAST DAY FOR QUESTIONS/RFIs: May 22, 2025
PROJECT START DATE: July 7, 2025
PROJECT COMPLETION: May 1, 2026
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS - Class B
DOWNLOAD BID DOCUMENTS HERE:
DOWNLOAD THE SIGN IN SHEET FROM THE JOB WALK HERE:
DOWNLOAD A BID RECAP HERE:
DIR REQUIREMENTS - Per SB854: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.
The District shall award the Contract, if it awards it at all, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on: The Base Bid.
The Board of Trustees reserves the right to waive any irregularities, accept or reject any or all bids, and be the sole judge of merit and suitability of the workmanship and materials.
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BID NUMBER: BID B-08-2024-25
TITLE: SITE WORK AND UTILITIES FOR PORTABLE BUILDINGS AT MAJESTIC WAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DUE DATE: APRIL 30, 2025 BEFORE 2:00 PM
NEW BID DUE DATE: MAY 22, 2025 BEFORE 2:00 PM
This is a Measure U Bond Program project. The Berryessa Union School District is seeking qualified and experienced licensed contractors to submit sealed bids for site work and utilities for two (2) portable classrooms and one (1) portable restroom building at Majestic Way Elementary School. The work includes fire alarm, electrical power, plumbing (DW-SS-SD) fencing, AC paving, site concrete, trenching, and backfill of underground utilities, and overhead conduits.
PRE-BID CONFERENCE - There will be a Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference and Job Walk for this project. The Pre-Bid Conference and Job Walk will begin at 3:30 pm on April 17, 2025. Meet outside near the flagpole at Majestic Way Elementary School, 1855 Majestic Way, San Jose, CA 95132. Contractors are not allowed to visit the school site without being accompanied by the Construction Manager.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – Strawn Construction, Inc.
Donny Durham – Project Manager – ddurham@scmdinc.com – 408-313 0651
Ian Strawn – Project Engineer - istrawn@scmdinc.com – 408-835-9829
PREQUALIFICATION - AB1565: This project is NOT subject to Prequalification.
PLANS and SPECIFICATIONS - Plans/Specifications and Bid Documents are available after April 14, 2025, at www.berryessa.k12.ca.us. Go to Department > Business Services > Purchasing > Current Bids. Contractors are reminded to check the website frequently for updates and addenda.
LAST DAY FOR QUESTIONS/RFIs: April 21, 2025
PROJECT START DATE: June 16, 2025
PROJECT COMPLETION: July 31, 2025
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS - Class B
DOWNLOAD BID DOCUMENTS HERE:
ADDENDUM #1 BID B-08-2024-25 SITE WORK UTILITIES PORTABLE BUILDINGS AT MAJESTIC WAY ES DATED 4-24-25
DOWNLOAD THE SIGN IN SHEET FROM THE JOB WALK HERE:
DOWNLOAD A BID RECAP HERE:
DIR REQUIREMENTS - Per SB854: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.
The District shall award the Contract, if it awards it at all, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on: The Base Bid.
The Board of Trustees reserves the right to waive any irregularities, accept or reject any or all bids, and be the sole judge of merit and suitability of the workmanship and materials.
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BID NUMBER: BID B-07-2024-25
TITLE: SITE WORK AND UTILITIES FOR PORTABLE BUILDINGS AT RUSKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DUE DATE: MAY 1, 2025 BEFORE 2:00 PM
NEW BID DUE DATE: MAY 21, 2025 BEFORE 2:00 PM
This is a Measure U Bond Program project. The Berryessa Union School District is seeking qualified and experienced licensed contractors to submit sealed bids for site work and utilities for three (3) portable classrooms and one (1) portable restroom building at Ruskin Elementary School. The work includes site work and utilities, fire alarm, electrical power, plumbing (DW-SS-SD) fencing, AC paving, site concrete, trenching, and backfill of underground utilities.
PRE-BID CONFERENCE - There will be a Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference and Job Walk for this project. The Pre-Bid Conference and Job Walk will begin at 2:30 pm on Thursday April 17, 2025. Meet outside near the flag pole at Ruskin Elementary School, 1401 Turlock Lane, San Jose, CA 95132. Contractors are not allowed to visit the school site without being accompanied by the Construction Manager.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – Strawn Construction, Inc.
Donny Durham – Project Manager – ddurham@scmdinc.com – 408-313 0651
Ian Strawn – Project Engineer - istrawn@scmdinc.com – 408-835-9829
PREQUALIFICATION - AB1565: This project is NOT subject to Prequalification.
PLANS and SPECIFICATIONS - Plans/Specifications and Bid Documents are available after April 14, 2025, at www.berryessa.k12.ca.us. Go to Department > Business Services > Purchasing > Current Bids. Contractors are reminded to check the website frequently for updates and addenda.
LAST DAY FOR QUESTIONS/RFIs: April 21, 2025
PROJECT START DATE: June 16, 2025
PROJECT COMPLETION: July 31, 2025
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS - Class B
DOWNLOAD BID DOCUMENTS HERE:
DOWNLOAD THE SIGN IN SHEET FROM THE JOB WALK HERE:
DOWNLOAD A BID RECAP HERE:
DIR REQUIREMENTS - Per SB854: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.
The District shall award the Contract, if it awards it at all, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on: The Base Bid.
The Board of Trustees reserves the right to waive any irregularities, accept or reject any or all bids, and be the sole judge of merit and suitability of the workmanship and materials.____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
BID NUMBER: BID B-06-2024-25
TITLE: SITE WORK AND UTILITIES FOR PORTABLE BUILDINGS AT NORTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DUE DATE: APRIL 29, 2025 BEFORE 2:00 PM
NEW BID DUE DATE: MAY 15, 2025 BEFORE 2:00 PM
This is a Measure U Bond Program project. The Berryessa Union School District is seeking qualified and experienced licensed contractors to submit sealed bids for site work and utilities for three (3) portable classrooms at Northwood Elementary School. The work includes fire alarm, electrical power, fencing, minor AC paving, trenching, backfill of underground utilities, and overhead conduits
PRE-BID CONFERENCE - There will be a Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference and Job Walk for this project. The Pre-Bid Conference and Job Walk will begin at 1:30 pm on Thursday April 17, 2025. Meet outside near the flag pole at Northwood Elementary School, 2760 Trimble Road, San Jose, CA 95132. Contractors are not allowed to visit the school site without being accompanied by the Construction Manager.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – Strawn Construction, Inc.
Donny Durham – Project Manager – ddurham@scmdinc.com – 408-313 0651
Ian Strawn – Project Engineer - istrawn@scmdinc.com – 408-835-9829
PREQUALIFICATION - AB1565: This project is NOT subject to Prequalification. PLANS and SPECIFICATIONS - Plans/Specifications and Bid Documents are available after April 14, 2025, at www.berryessa.k12.ca.us. Go to Department > Business Services > Purchasing > Current Bids. Contractors are reminded to check the website frequently for updates and addenda.
LAST DAY FOR QUESTIONS/RFIs: April 21, 2025
PROJECT START DATE: June 16, 2025
PROJECT COMPLETION: July 31, 2025
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS - Class B
DOWNLOAD BID DOCUMENTS HERE:
DOWNLOAD THE SIGN IN SHEET FROM THE JOB WALK HERE:
DOWNLOAD A BID RECAP HERE:
DIR REQUIREMENTS - Per SB854: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.
The District shall award the Contract, if it awards it at all, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on: The Base Bid.
The Board of Trustees reserves the right to waive any irregularities, accept or reject any or all bids, and be the sole judge of merit and suitability of the workmanship and materials.
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BID NUMBER: BID B-05-2024-25
TITLE: SITE IMPROVEMENTS AT 1376 PIEDMONT ROAD
DUE DATE: MAY 1, 2025 BEFORE 1:00 PM
NEW BID DUE DATE: MAY 7, 2025 BEFORE 2:00 PM
This is a Measure U Bond Program project. The Berryessa Union School District is seeking qualified and experienced licensed contractors to submit sealed bids for Portable Relocation at Majestic Way Elementary School. The work includes selective demolition of AC paving, R&R PCC sidewalks, curb & gutter, minor landscaping, ADA work, installation of AC paving, signage, pavement striping and other associated work.
PRE-BID CONFERENCE - There will be a Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference and Job Walk for this project. The Pre-Bid Conference and Job Walk will begin at 10:00 AM on April 17, 2025. Meet outside at the old BUSD District Office, 1376 Piedmont Road, San Jose, CA 95132. Contractors are not allowed to visit the site without being accompanied by the Construction Manager.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – Strawn Construction, Inc.
Donny Durham – Project Manager – ddurham@scmdinc.com – 408-313 0651
Ian Strawn – Project Engineer - istrawn@scmdinc.com – 408-835-9829
PREQUALIFICATION - AB1565: This project is NOT subject to Prequalification.
PLANS and SPECIFICATIONS - Plans/Specifications and Bid Documents are available after April 14, 2025, at www.berryessa.k12.ca.us. Go to Department > Business Services > Purchasing > Current Bids. Contractors are reminded to check the website frequently under Current Bids for updates and addenda.
LAST DAY FOR QUESTIONS/RFIs: April 21, 2025
PROJECT START DATE: May 16, 2025
PROJECT COMPLETION: June 13, 2025
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS - Class A or B
DOWNLOAD BID DOCUMENTS HERE:
DOWNLOAD THE SIGN IN SHEET FROM THE JOB WALK
DOWNLOAD A BID RECAP
DIR REQUIREMENTS - Per SB854: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.
The District shall award the Contract, if it awards it at all, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on: The Base Bid.
The Board of Trustees reserves the right to waive any irregularities, accept or reject any or all bids, and be the sole judge of merit and suitability of the workmanship and materials.
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BID NUMBER: B-04-2024-25
TITLE: EXTERIOR PAINTING AT VINCI PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DUE DATE: FEBRUARY 13, 2025 BEFORE 2:00PM
NEW DUE DATE: FRIDAY FEBRUARY 14, 2025 BEFORE 2:00 PM
This is a Measure U Bond Program project. The Berryessa Union School District is seeking qualified and experienced licensed contractors to submit sealed bids for for exterior painting at Vinci Park Elementary School. The work includes prime and painting of select exterior walls and portable classrooms and all associated work.
PREQUALIFICATION IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS PROJECT
PRE-BID CONFERENCE AND JOB WALK DATE: JANUARY 30, 2025 2:00pm (Non-Mandatory)
LOCATION: VINCI PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1311 VINCI PARK WAY SAN JOSE, CA 95131
Meet outside near the front entrance and flagpole
Contractors are not allowed to visit the site without being accompanied by the Construction Manager.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – STRAWN CONSTRUCTION, INC
Donny Durham – Project Manager – ddurham@scmdinc.com – 408-313-0651
Ian Strawn – Project Engineer – istrawn@scmdinc.com – 408-835-9829
PROJECT START DATE: MARCH 1, 2025
PROJECT COMPLETION DATE: August 7, 2025
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Class "B" or C-33
DOWNOAD THE JOB WALK SIGN IN WORKSHEET HERE:
DOWNLOAD BID DOCUMENTS HERE:
DOWNLOAD A BID RECAP HERE:
The Board of Trustees reserves the right to waive any irregularities, accept or reject any or all bids, and be the sole judge of merit and suitability of the workmanship and materials.
DIR REQUIREMENTS - Per SB854: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.
The District shall award the Contract, if it awards it at all, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on:
The Base Bid
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BID NUMBER: B-03-2024-25
TITLE: FIRE ALARM REPLACEMENT AT VINCI PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DUE DATE: JANUARY 22, 2025 BEFORE 2:00PM
This is a Measure U Bond Program project. The Berryessa Union School District is seeking qualified and experienced licensed contractors to submit sealed bids for fire alarm system replacement at Vinci Park Elementary School. The work includes the removal of the existing fire alarm system, installation of a new fire alarm system and all associated work.
PREQUALIFICATION IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS PROJECT
PRE-BID CONFERENCE AND JOB WALK DATE: JANUARY 9, 2025 3:00pm (Non-Mandatory)
LOCATION: VINCI PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1311 VINCI PARK WAY SAN JOSE, CA 95131
Meet outside near the front entrance and flagpole
Contractors are not allowed to visit the site without being accompanied by the Construction Manager.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – STRAWN CONSTRUCTION, INC
Donny Durham – Project Manager – ddurham@scmdinc.com – 408-313-0651
Ian Strawn – Project Engineer – istrawn@scmdinc.com – 408-835-9829
PROJECT START DATE: MARCH 1, 2025
PROJECT COMPLETION DATE: JULY 27, 2025
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Class "B" or C-10
DOWNOAD THE JOB WALK SIGN IN WORKSHEET HERE:
DOWNLOAD BID DOCUMENTS HERE:
DOWNLOAD BID ADDENDA HERE:
DOWNLOAD A BID RECAP HERE:
The Board of Trustees reserves the right to waive any irregularities, accept or reject any or all bids, and be the sole judge of merit and suitability of the workmanship and materials.
DIR REQUIREMENTS - Per SB854: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.
The District shall award the Contract, if it awards it at all, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on:
The Base Bid
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BID NUMBER: B-02-2024-25
TITLE: EXTERIOR SIDING REPLACEMENT AT VINCI PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DUE DATE: JANUARY 21, 2025 BEFORE 2:00PM
This is a Measure U Bond Program project. The Berryessa Union School District is seeking qualified and experienced licensed contractors to submit sealed bids for exterior siding replacement at Vinci Park Elementary School. The work includes removing the existing exterior siding, installing new siding, and all associated work.
PREQUALIFICATION IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS PROJECT
PRE-BID CONFERENCE AND JOB WALK DATE: JANUARY 9, 2025 2:00pm (Non-Mandatory)
LOCATION: VINCI PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1311 VINCI PARK WAY SAN JOSE, CA 95131
Meet outside near the front entrance and flagpole
Contractors are not allowed to visit the site without being accompanied by the Construction Manager.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – STRAWN CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Donny Durham – Project Manager – ddurham@scmdinc.com – 408-313-0651
Ian Strawn – Project Engineer – istrawn@scmdinc.com – 408-835-9829
PROJECT START DATE: MARCH 1, 2025
PROJECT COMPLETION DATE: JULY 27, 2025
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Class "B"
DOWNOAD THE JOB WALK SIGN IN WORKSHEET HERE:
DOWNLOAD BID DOCUMENTS HERE:
DOWNLOAD BID ADDENDA HERE:
DOWNLOAD A BID RECAP HERE:
The Board of Trustees reserves the right to waive any irregularities, accept or reject any or all bids, and be the sole judge of merit and suitability of the workmanship and materials.
DIR REQUIREMENTS - Per SB854: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.
The District shall award the Contract, if it awards it at all, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on:
The Base Bid Plus Alternates
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BID NUMBER: B-01-2024-25
TITLE: REBID INTERIOR DOOR REPLACEMENT AT 3 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
DUE DATE: AUGUST 27, 2024 BEFORE 2:00PM
This is a Measure U Bond Program project. The Berryessa Union School District is seeking qualified and experienced licensed contractors to submit sealed bids for interior door replacement at three schools. The work includes demolition of the existing doors, the installation of new doors, installation of new hardware, and other associated work. Note the existing doors shown to be removed are ACM material and will need to be removed and properly disposed of by a licensed Abatement Contractor.
PREQUALIFICATION IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS PROJECT
PRE-BID CONFERENCE AND JOB WALK DATE: AUGUST 13, 2024 2:00pm (Non-Mandatory)
LOCATION: SUMMERDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1100 SUMMERDALE DR SAN JOSE, CA 95132
Meet outside near the front entrance and flagpole
Contractors are not allowed to visit the site without being accompanied by the Construction Manager.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – Strawn Construction, Inc.
Donny Durham – Project Manager – ddurham@scmdinc.com – 408-313-0651
Ian Strawn – Project Engineer – istrawn@scmdinc.com – 408-835-9829
Jim Wilson – Project Director- jwilson@scmdinc.com – 408-605-7240
PROJECT START DATE: OCTOBER 7, 2024
PROJECT COMPLETION DATE: JANUARY 3, 2025
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Class "B"
DOWNLOAD THE JOB WALK SIGN IN SHEET HERE:
DOWNLOAD BID ADDENDA HERE:
DOWNLOAD A BID RECAP HERE:
The Board of Trustees reserves the right to waive any irregularities, accept or reject any or all bids, and be the sole judge of merit and suitability of the workmanship and materials.
DIR REQUIREMENTS - Per SB854: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.
The District shall award the Contract, if it awards it at all, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on:
Lowest Base Bid Amount.
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