Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Assessment and Therapies

This tender establishes a well-defined Dynamic Purchasing System for health and social work services, demonstrating good legal compliance and clear service requirements. However, it suffers from significant transparency issues due to classified value and missing evaluation criteria.

The tender clearly defines the procedure as an Open DPS under the Light Touch Regime and Public Contract Regulations 2015, with appropriate CPV codes. Mandatory exclusion grounds are referenced, indicating adherence to legal frameworks. The long submission deadline is appropriate for a DPS. The main legal compliance concern is the classified value, which, while not strictly illegal if justified, reduces transparency.

The description of the DPS and the nature of the required services (assessments and therapies, independent professionals, regional coverage) is clear and unambiguous. AI-extracted requirements are well-articulated. However, the explicit absence of evaluation criteria is a significant clarity gap, as bidders lack full understanding of how their applications will be judged beyond basic eligibility.

Basic information like title, reference, organization, and description are complete. The submission deadline and CPV code are provided. However, the estimated value is not disclosed, and specific financial requirements are missing. Crucially, evaluation criteria are absent, and the overall duration of the DPS is not explicitly stated beyond 'remain live for the duration of the DPS period'. Only one document is mentioned, with 'Required: No', which is unusual for comprehensive tender documentation.

The tender uses e-procurement via sell2wales, promoting equal access, and the requirements appear generic and not tailored to a specific company. However, the classified estimated value reduces transparency and can hinder fair competition. The explicit lack of evaluation criteria is a major fairness concern, as it makes the assessment process opaque for potential bidders.

Electronic submission is supported via the sell2wales platform, which is practical. However, a direct document URL is not provided in the snippet. The absence of a specific contract start date (understandable for a DPS but still a lack of fixed information) and financing details (due to classified value) reduces practicality for planning. The duration of the DPS is also not precisely defined.

The tender information is largely consistent. Key fields are populated, and there are no reported disputes or suspensions. Dates are logical, with a long submission deadline appropriate for a DPS. The only minor inconsistency is the empty 'Liable Person' field.

The tender does not explicitly mention any green procurement, social aspects beyond the inherent nature of health and social work services, or innovation focus. It is not indicated as EU-funded. This represents a missed opportunity to integrate broader sustainability goals.