629-22-111 - D/B Installation of Access Platforms for Exhaust Fans 12 A and B located in Research building Lab spaces. 3

Only one company submitted a bid. Reduced competition may indicate barriers to entry, poor solicitation visibility, or pre-determined outcomes.

Awarded 2024-09-30 — 0 days before fiscal year end (Sep 30). End-of-year awards often have compressed timelines and reduced oversight.

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