Figure A.1 gives an example of the milestones and timetable for a major scheme from OJEU onwards which is following the competitive dialogue. The timetables should be regarded as indicative, and will need to be tailored to meet the needs of individual schemes. Note that Alcatel standstill requirements must be factored into the Preferred Bidder selection process. Relevant Key Stage Reviews must also be factored in.
Figure A.1: Indicative project timetable for major schemes
Stage | Duration | Cumulative Duration |
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Deadline for expression of interest & submission of PQQ submission | 4 weeks | 4 weeks |
Evaluation of PQQ submissions and determine shortlist | 4 weeks | 8 weeks |
Issue Invitation to Participate in Dialogue - Submission of First Tender | 7 weeks | 15 weeks |
Evaluate Stage 1 submissions & Issue Stage 2 Instructions | 4 weeks | 19 weeks |
Prepare & submit Stage 2 Submissions | 7 weeks | 26 weeks |
Evaluate Stage 2 submissions & Issue Stage 3 Instructions | 4 weeks | 30 weeks |
Prepare & submit Stage 3 Submissions | 7 weeks | 37 weeks |
Evaluate Stage 3 submissions & Issue Stage 4 Instructions | 4 weeks | 41 weeks |
Prepare & submit Stage 4 Submissions | 7 weeks | 48 weeks |
Evaluate Stage 4 submissions & Issue Invitation to Submit Final Tender | 4 weeks | 52 weeks |
Preparation and Submission of Final Tenders | 7 weeks | 59 weeks |
Evaluate Final Tenders Prepare Key Stage review Announce Preferred Bidder | 8 weeks | 67 weeks |
Finalise Contract Prepare FBC | 10 weeks | 77 weeks |
FBC Approval and Award of Contract | 1 week | 78 weeks |
Overall Procurement Period: Approximately 18 months
This indicative timetable will be used to assess the NHSScotland bodies' proposed timetable during the Key Stage Review process. The actual timetable will be performance benchmarked thereafter.