Delivery of Minor Adaptations to Support Independent Living – Prior Information Notice

This is a well-structured Prior Information Notice (PIN) that effectively communicates the scope and key technical requirements for an upcoming tender. While it clearly indicates that full details will follow, the absence of e-submission support is a notable concern for fairness and practicality.

As a Prior Information Notice, this document fulfills its purpose by informing the market of an upcoming tender. The procedure type and CPV codes are clearly defined. The anticipated timeline for the future tender appears reasonable, though the exact reveal date for the full tender is not specified.

The description of the service, its scope, and the technical capability requirements are very clear and unambiguous for a PIN. It explicitly states which details (e.g., exclusion, eligibility, financial, submission, evaluation criteria) will be provided in the full tender documents, which is appropriate for this notice type.

The PIN provides all essential basic information, including title, organization, reference, estimated value, duration, and anticipated deadlines. While full tender requirements and evaluation criteria are not detailed, this is explicitly stated as forthcoming, which is standard for a PIN.

The estimated value is disclosed, and requirements do not appear tailored to a specific company. However, the lack of electronic submission support significantly impacts equal access and fairness for potential bidders. Evaluation criteria are also not yet specified, which is a future concern for transparency.

The contract start date and duration are clearly specified. However, the absence of electronic submission support is a major practical drawback, potentially increasing administrative burden for bidders and the contracting authority.

All key fields are populated or clearly indicated as forthcoming. There are no reported disputes or suspensions. The dates provided (publication in January, submission in February, contract start in March) are logical and consistent.

While the service itself inherently addresses a significant social need (supporting independent living), the tender documentation does not explicitly incorporate green procurement, broader social clauses for bidders, or innovation-focused criteria within the procurement process itself.