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AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE VI, DIVISION 3 OF THE KANE COUNTY CODE TO ESTABLISH RESPONSIBLE BIDDER REQUIREMENTS ON PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS
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WHEREAS, the County of Kane ("Kane County") is an Illinois body politic and corporate; and
WHEREAS, Kane County seeks to preserve administrative resources by ensuring that only qualified bidders and subcontractors are awarded contracts on public works construction projects; and
WHEREAS, Kane County has determined that quality workmanship, efficient operation, safety, and timely completion of projects are not necessarily insured by awarding a construction contract solely on the basis of the low bid; and
WHEREAS, Kane County seeks to enhance its ability to identify the lowest "responsible bidder" on all public works construction projects by instituting more comprehensive submission requirements which are in compliance with Illinois law; and
WHEREAS, Kane County has a compelling proprietary interest in awarding contracts for public works construction projects in a manner that will yield successful project delivery in terms of work that is performed safely, at the lowest responsible cost, and in accordance with the highest possible standards of quality and efficiency; and
WHEREAS, securing successful delivery of public works construction projects presents significant challenges due to the complex, unpredictable and inherently dangerous nature of the construction industry, wherein errors in project planning or execution, including those caused by inexperienced or unqualified craft labor personnel, can result in serious safety risks, excessive cost overruns, flawed or inferior project quality, and disruptions in project schedules that may delay the use of critical government functions or facilities; and
WHEREAS, this amendment to the Kane County Code assures efficient use of taxpayer dollars, promotes public safety, and is in the public int...
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