Awarding ContractsAdvantage SW generally uses a “restricted procedure” methodology for awarding contracts. The defining element of this procedure is that there is a pre-qualification process for companies wishing to be invited to tender. Those companies who we judge as best able to meet our requirements will be invited to tender. Normally we invite between 5 and 8 companies.
We use a web-based electronic sourcing system to manage the tendering process, this can be found at www.advantageswtenders.co.uk. Potential suppliers can register for free. We then use e-auctions for price submission. |
All recommendation and decisions are made by the Members. This is important in ensuring that all contracts awarded meet the Members requirements. There are five main principles that we work to when awarding contracts:
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| How We Award Contracts.pdf |