What is typically not found in a bid document?

In a bid document, the essential components are typically items that provide all necessary information for contractors to understand the project requirements and submit their proposals. Specifications and drawings give detailed descriptions of the project scope, materials, and design, while the tender invitation outlines how the bid process will work and invites contractors to submit their proposals. Contract conditions establish the terms and framework under which the project will be executed.

However, a detailed analysis of contractor performance is generally not included in a bid document. While previous contractor performance may be considered during the evaluation of bids, it is not part of the documents that define the project's requirements or the bidding process itself. This information is usually gathered and assessed separately, perhaps as part of the prequalification or evaluation phase after bids are submitted, rather than being a component of the bid documents themselves.