Which statement is true about the procurement process?

• A. Submittals must be approved before a contract is signed.
• B. Submittals do not supersede the contract documents even if they have been reviewed by the general contractor and designer.
• C. Specific contract terms, such as taxes, bonding, and accounting terms, are always included with the bid.
• D. Submittals are typically included with the bid.

Answer: (B)