5.55.10. Notice to the Bidder/Offeror/Supplier
- Notice of intent to reject a bid/offer/arrangement under the applicable sections mentioned in 5.55.5 Authority to Reject a Bid/Offer/Arrangement should be given by telephone, and followed by confirming facsimile or letter. Notice of intent is considered to have been received by the rejected bidder/offeror/supplier at the time of the telephone call. The person making the call should note on the file the date and time of the call, and the person spoken to.
- The notice of intent must set out the facts and the reasons for the decision to reject the bid/offer/arrangement. However, when a bid/offer/arrangement is being rejected in accordance with 1.(a) or (b) of the applicable section of the SACC Manual standard instructions because of a VPCM that is in place, it is sufficient to reference that VPCM.