Section 12-3-20-600.28 - ALLOWANCESThe Bureau discourages allowances unless absolutely necessary. Any allowance (i.e., brick, signage, special equipment, contingency, wall covering, carpet, etc.) should have prior approval from Bureau Staff before being incorporated in the Construction Documents:
1.Contingency: Not allowed.2.Brick: An amount per thousand for purchase and delivery only is a normal, acceptable practice.3.Hardware: A hardware schedule will be included in the Contract Documents. If for some reason, a hardware schedule is not included in the Bid Documents, after the award of contract, the Professional must prepare a hardware schedule and secure a minimum of three (3) proposals and award a subcontract to the lowest and best bidder.4.Carpet: A lump sum amount which includes carpet pad and installation, is acceptable. Unit cost per square yard is discouraged. After the contract award, the Bureau will select the carpet. The Professional will secure a minimum of three (3) proposals and award a subcontract to the lowest and best bidder.5.Wall Covering: A lump sum amount including delivery and installation is acceptable. Unit cost per roll or square yard is discouraged. After the contract award, the Bureau will select the wall covering. The Professional will secure a minimum of three (3) proposals and award a subcontract to the lowest and best bidder.6.Signage: Not allowed unless approved by Bureau Staff.7.Special Equipment: Not allowed unless approved by Bureau Staff.12 Miss. Code. R. 3-20-600.28