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Prequalification

In Plain English

A screening process where the owner checks contractor qualifications before allowing them to bid.

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Prequalification is a process in which an owner evaluates contractors' financial capacity, experience, technical capability, and safety record before allowing them to submit bids. Only prequalified contractors receive bid documents and may compete for the project. Prequalification protects owners from awarding contracts to unqualified low bidders.

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