Pre-qualification

In order to assist the Authority in evaluating the extent to which Bidders meet the Authority's requirements, Bidders are requested to complete the PQQ attached, which has been prepared in accordance with the criteria set out in Public Contracts Regulations 2006.

The Authority will wish to be satisfied that potential partners selected for the [insert details of project] have the appropriate qualities and resources available to it to undertake the tasks required.  Bidders for pre-qualification will be selected on the basis of the following criteria:

•  The economic and financial standing of Bidders taking into account such matters as statements from the Bidders' bankers, evidence of insurance and statements of accounts and turnover.

•  The capability to secure appropriate financing for the [insert details of project].

•  The ability and technical competence of Bidders to meet fully the Authority's requirements for the project, including:

•  The organisational, managerial and technical capability to carry out the project

•  The technical capacity and capability to provide the [insert details of services]

•  Quality management procedures.

•  Technical, financial and economic track record for projects of a similar nature.

•  Proven understanding of the skills required for project organisation and delivery.

The Authority will be entitled to reject a Bidder automatically if any of the grounds set out in the Regulations are not established in relation to any Bidder or any member of the bidding consortium.