Scottish Government

ISBN 0 7559 1398 1(Web only publication)

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CONTENTS

Covering letter

SECTION 1: GENERAL
Introduction
Background
Purpose

SECTION 2: BIDDING PROCESS AND EVALUATION OF BIDS
Electronic Tendering Brief
Communication during Tender
Compliance Statement
Tender Timetable
Guidelines for Submitting a Compliant Bid
Tenderers' Queries and Requests for Clarification
General

SECTION 3: SERVICE SPECIFICATION
Introduction
Statutory Requirements
Essential Requirements
Desirable Elements

SECTION 4: GENERAL INFORMATION
Contract
Performance Reporting
Monitoring and Audit
Contract Duration
Insurance
Transparency
Responsibilities
Allocation of Costs
Information Disclaimer
Confidentiality
Freedom of Information
External Advice
Staff and Employment Issues

SECTION 5: TENDERERS' PROPOSALS - MATERIAL REQUIRED
Section A - Statutory Requirements
Section B - Essential Requirements
Section C - Desirable Elements
Section D - Additional Information Required
Section E - Added Value Features (Optional)

SECTION 6: FORM OF TENDER

ANNEX A EVALUATION CRITERIA