Intermediate Contract Period

A period of working days shown on the proposal form specifying the time of completion for a specific item or portion of work on a contract. Interstate Project. A Primary project on the Federal System of Interstate and Defense Highways. Includes projects on county and city road bridges over the Interstate. Item. See Contract Item. Joint Bid. A firm proposal submitted by two or more qualified bidders who have been authorized to bid jointly by the Contracting Authority on a specific proposal, in which case bidders will be held individually and collectively responsible for completion of the work involved in any contract resulting from such proposal. Joint Venture. The joining of two or more qualified contractors for the purpose of combining equipment, personnel, and finances in order to submit a bid on a single proposal. Jurisdiction. Political subdivision acting through its governing body or through the authorized representatives of such governing body when so authorized. Jurisdictional Engineer.