Changes

The  project contract and tendered drawings, including details, notes, ESC requirements, material specifications, and testing requirements should align. Given that most standard contract templates do not include wording specific to LID construction, considerations for LID can be placed under special provisions within the contract.   

The  project contract and tendered drawings, including details, notes, ESC requirements, material specifications, and testing requirements should align. Given that most standard contract templates do not include wording specific to LID construction, considerations for LID can be placed under special provisions within the contract.   

Details within the drawings and contract should also be accurately reflected in the tender bid form.  A detailed bid form that reflects the entirety of the work allows contractors to deliver accurate bids, lessens the likelihood of project shortcuts, and helps ensure transparency amongst bids.  Ultimately, clear bid pricing reduces the potential for misunderstandings and conflicts down the road and hopefully attracts experienced contractors.  

Details within the drawings and contract should also be accurately reflected in the tender bid form.  A detailed bid form that reflects the entirety of the work allows contractors to deliver accurate bids, lessens the likelihood of project shortcuts, and helps to ensure transparency amongst bids.  Ultimately, clear bid pricing reduces the potential for misunderstandings and conflicts and attracts experienced contractors.  

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======Minimum contractor requirements======

======Minimum contractor requirements======

Many contractors are unfamiliar with building LID practices. Contractor training, attendance of pre-bid meetings, LID project references, and bid bond insurance can form minimum contractor requirements.

Many contractors are unfamiliar with building LID practices, so project managers should consider minimum contractor requirements. Contractor training, attendance at pre-bid meetings, LID project references, and bid bond insurance can be part of the requirements.