The Project Manager uses the bidding process and the bidding module to:- Compose a list of potential bidders and receive approval on the bidder list
- Prepare the bid documents and assemble the bid package
- Release the bid package through the e-Builder Bidder Portal
- Answer and respond to questions about the bid from the bidders
- Tabulate and analyze the submitted bids
- Make an award recommendation
- Gain approval of the award recommendation
- Award the bid and notify the winning bidder
- Notify bidders not selected
Awarding the bid in e-Builder kicks off the commitment/purchase order process . 04.01 Bidding process is used for Bid List Approval, Release to Bid and Bid Award Recommendation including these specific steps. - Obtain an approved list of bidders
- Prepare and gain approval of the bid package documents including the proposed sample contract provided by the Contract Admin
- Secure approval to release the bid
- Recommend an award supported by the bid tabulation in the Bidding module.
- Gain approval to use a pre-priced agreement to award certain types of work to selected vendors.
- Create the Selection of Source form and have it reviewed and approved by the Vendor Manager
- Following approval, award the bid.
- Ensure that the awarded bidder is properly set up in e-Builder and SAP
Note that the Bidding process is used to inform internal actors about the bid and gain approval to proceed through the bidding stages, from Bid List approval to award. The Bid module is used to construct and publish the bid to the Bidders portal and to initiate your Contract and Purchase order request. |