What is issued if changes are made to a bid package before it is due?

When changes are made to a bid package before it is due, an addendum is issued. An addendum serves as an official document that modifies or adds to the original bid package information, ensuring that all potential bidders receive the same updated information. This is crucial to maintain fairness and transparency in the bidding process, allowing all bidders to adjust their proposals in light of the new details provided.

An addendum is typically issued when there are changes to the specifications, requirements, or conditions of the bid, enabling all bidders to prepare their bids according to the most current information. It’s an essential tool in ensuring compliance and clarity throughout the bidding process, ultimately leading to informed and competitive proposals.

While bid amendments do exist, they are more commonly associated with modifications made during the bid submission process, and are not specifically for pre-bid adjustments. Contract modifications and change orders occur after a contract has been awarded, addressing changes in the scope or terms of an existing contract rather than pre-bid changes.