(a) A written determination of responsibility of a bidder or offeror shall be made in accordance with regulations issued by the municipality. (b) A reasonable inquiry to determine the responsibility of a bidder or offeror may be conducted. The failure of a bidder or offeror to promptly supply information in connection with a reasonable inquiry may be grounds for a determination of nonresponsibility with respect to a bidder or offeror. (c) Except as otherwise provided, by law, information furnished by a bidder or offeror pursuant to this section may not be disclosed outside of the purchasing department administering the contract without prior written consent of the bidder or offeror. History of Section.P.L. 1992, ch. 394, § 1.
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