Unsolicited Insertion of Model Numbers in Bid Violated Specifications
B-188459
Jun 01, 1977
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A protester inserted references to its own model numbers of fountain pens next to Government's item descriptions without explanation in bid, contrary to clear warning that such would violate specifications. GAO considered such insertion as qualifications of bid, and the bid was rejected for nonresponsiveness. Requirements of Buy American Certificate did not justify such insertion.