October 16, 1997.

MEMORANDUM FOR DISTRICT SUPERVISORS, CLERK IVS, REHABILITATION COUNSELORS AND RSB EXECUTIVE STAFF

From:  Sally Howard, Deputy Director

Subject:  Computer Bids

Effective immediately, all bids for computers and adaptive equipment from vendors SHALL INCLUDE installation and set up. We have been seeing examples of "special charges" from vendors for set up, installation, travel time, etc., that were not included in original bid costs. This kind of situation undermines the competitive bid process and makes it difficult to control miscellaneous costs.

If you have questions or need further information, please contact Janet Renken or myself.

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cc:        Joyce Wieberg Bill Paying Unit