Definitions for "multiple award"
an award of an indefinite quantity contract for service to more than one bidder or offeror when the state is obligated to order all of its actual requirements for the specified supplies or services from those contractors
Contracts awarded to more than one supplier for comparable supplies and services. Awards are made for the same generic types of items at various prices.
The award of separate contracts to two or more offerors for the same commodities or services in situations where the award of a single contract would be impractical or would not meet the total County requirements. ()