2.11 The seven Quality Review Groups evaluated the bids in 18 different categories, awarding a score of between zero to three for each category. The scores were then weighted according to their overall importance to the Departments and a total score was calculated for each bidder. Mapeley STEPS scored consistently across all categories, with no individual category scoring below two. Its overall score was 273, with the next highest bidder on 234. The evaluation teams also marked it as the highest scorer in 17 of the 18 categories. The Departments considered that it not only demonstrated an understanding of the technical issues but a partnership approach and an appreciation of the Departments' requirements.