Estimated Useful. Life The estimated time from the date of acquisition to the date of replacement or disposal, determined in any reasonable manner. Inspection An examination of delivered material, supplies, services, and/or equipment prior to Acceptance aimed at forming a judgment as to whether such delivered items are what was ordered, were properly delivered and ready for Acceptance. Inspection may include a high level visual examination or a more thorough detailed examination as is customary to the type of purchase, as set forth in the solicitation document and/or as agreed between the parties. Inspection shall be acknowledged by an authorized signature of the Purchaser. Invitation For Bid (IFB) The form utilized to solicit Bids in the formal, sealed Bid procedure and any amendments thereto issued in writing by the MCC. Specifications and qualifications are clearly defined. Lead Time/After Receipt Of Order (ARO) The period of time between when the Contractor receives the order and the Purchaser receives the materials, supplies, equipment, or services order. Life Cycle Cost The total cost of an item to the state over its Estimated Useful Life, including costs of selection, acquisition, operation, maintenance, and where applicable, disposal, as far as these costs can reasonably be determined, minus the salvage value at the end of its estimated useful life. Master Contracts & Consulting (MCC) The MCC within the Washington Department of Enterprise Services, Master Contracts & Consulting authorized under Chapter 39.26 RCW (formerly Chapter 43.19 RCW) to develop and administer contracts for goods and services on behalf of state agencies, colleges and universities, non-profit organizations and local governments. Order Document A written communication, submitted by a Purchaser to the Contractor, which details the specific transactional elements required by the Purchaser within the scope of the Contract such as delivery date, size, color, capacity, etc. An Order Document may include, but is not limited to field orders, purchase orders, work order or other writings as may be designated by the parties hereto. No additional or alternate terms and conditions on such written communication shall apply unless authorized by the Contract and expressly agreed between the Purchaser and the Contractor. Procurement Coordinator The individual authorized by the MCC who is responsible for conducting a specific Solicitation. Product Materials, supplies, services, and/or equipment provided under t...
