The criteria for evaluating bids for solicited proposals are the same for the first and second options. For option 2, however, the qualifications of the bidders are assessed during the bid evaluation - instead of the pre-qualification stage. This assessment is conducted by the PBAC prior to its evaluation of the submitted technical and financial proposals. Disqualified bidders may appeal to the LCE within 15 working days from receipt of their "Notice of Disqualification". The appellant is required to pay a non-refundable appeal fee of at least one-half of one percent (0.5%) of the project cost. The LCE should act on the appeal within 45 working days from receipt of the appeal and the appeal fee. Table 2-19 provides the bid evaluation process vis-à-vis responsible party and period of action.
Table 2-19: Bid Evaluation Process for Solicited Proposals (Option 2) | ||
Process | Responsible Party | Period of Action |
Evaluate qualification documents | Within 15 cd from date of bid opening | |
Evaluate technical proposal | Within 30 cd after completion of evaluation of qualification documents | |
Evaluate financial proposal | Within 15 cd after completion of evaluation of technical proposal | |
Source: RA 6957 as amended by RA 7718 IRR
Note: cd - Calendar Days