§ 23-3110. Competitive bidding; considerations.

In awarding the bid, the following elements shall be given consideration when applicable: (1) The price; (2) The ability, capacity, and skill of the supplier to perform; (3) The character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience, and efficiency of the supplier; (4) The quality of previous performance; (5) Whether the supplier can perform within the time specified; (6) The previous and existing compliance of the supplier with laws relating to the purchase or contract; (7) The life-cost of the personal property or service in relation to the purchase price and the specific use; (8) The performance of the personal property or service taking into consideration any commonly accepted tests and standards of product or service usability and user requirements; (9) The energy efficiency ratio as stated by the supplier; (10) The life-cycle costs between alternatives for all classes of equipment, the evidence of expected life, the repair and maintenance costs, and the energy consumption on a per year basis; and (11) Such other information as may be secured having a bearing on the decision. History: Laws 1985, LB 393, § 10.