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PHASE IV: BIDS AND PRE-CONTRACT

• -Send notices of intent to advertise to journals, CBD (Commerce
  Business Daily), newspapers, etc. - request wage rates

• -Advertise - mail plans and specs to prospective bidders

• -Open bids - examine prices, bid bond, reputation of bidders, etc.

• -Award contract to successful bidder - Contracting Officer
  signs contract - hold pre-construction conference

• -Issue Notice to Proceed.