Section 27Sec./Art. 27

Competitive Bidding. - A mode of procurement which is open to participation by any eligible bidder and which consists of the following processes:

(a) Publication;

(b) Pre-bid conference;

(c) Eligibility screening of prospective bidders;

(d) Receipt and opening of bids

(e) Evaluation of bids;

(f) Post-qualification; and

(g) Award of contract.

Notwithstanding the applicability of the other modes of procurement defined therein, the Procuring Entity may adopt competitive bidding in its procurement activity.