Specifications include, but are not limited to: Repair Shop Work 1. Unless specifically directed otherwise, when an item is sent to the contractor for repair, the contractor shall: a. Inspect the item thoroughly and determine the scope of repair. This step shall include: 1. Visual inspection and standard testing methods to determine the item’s condition. The contractor shall use their professional judgement to determine the level of inspection required. 2. Determine the scope of work to repair the item and cost estimate to complete that work. Determine time to complete all work. 3. Determine the cost to replace with new rather than repair. 3. Notify the County of the inspection, estimate for repair and time to complete all work. This step shall be done by e-mail. The contractor shall include: a breakdown of costs for the repair; an itemized list of costs for any extras or supplemental work; a firm quote for replacement of the item in kind; and an estimated schedule for completion of the repair work. a. Upon approval by the County, the contractor shall repair the item as quoted. b. If the County elects not to repair the item, the contractor shall reassemble (if requested) and return the item to the County in the same condition as it was delivered; in these cases, the County shall be liable for standard inspection fee and the shipping and handling costs, only.
