This part prescribes-

1. (a) The basic requirements of contracting for supplies and services (including construction) by sealed bidding;

2. (b) The information to be included in the solicitation (invitation for bids);

3. (c) Procedures concerning the submission of bids;

4. (d) Requirements for opening and evaluating bids and awarding contracts; and

5. (e) Procedures for two-step sealed bidding.