Referenced Specifications Sample Clauses

Referenced Specifications. 3.2.7.1 Reference to brand names and numbers is descriptive, but not restrictive. Bids on equivalent items meeting the standards of quality thereby indicated will be considered, providing the bid clearly describes the article offered and indicates how it differs from the referenced brands. Descriptive literature or manufacturer's specifications plus any supplemental information necessary for comparison purposes should be submitted with the bid, or the bid on that item may be rejected. Reference to literature submitted with a previous bid or on file with the City of Fairhope will not satisfy this requirement. The burden is on the bidder to demonstrate that the item bid is equivalent to the item specified in the ITB. The name of a certain brand, make, model number, manufacturer, or definite specification is to denote the quality standard of the article desired, but not restrict the Bidder to the particular brand, make, model number, manufacturer, or specification named. It is set forth to convey the general style, character, and quality of the item desired to the prospective Bidder. Whenever the words "or approved equal" appear in the specifications, they shall be interpreted to mean an item of material or equipment similar to that named, which is approved by the City of Fairhope. The burden of proof that alternate brands are in fact equal to or better falls on the Bidder, and proof must be to the City of Fairhope's satisfaction