Conveyance of School Meals for Neath Port Talbot CBC (2026-2030)

This tender provides a clear service description but suffers from significant gaps in evaluation criteria, e-submission, and sustainability. The local SME/VCSE requirement restricts competition, and there is a notable value discrepancy.

The tender defines the procedure type and CPV codes appropriately. No disputes or suspensions are noted. However, the explicit absence of mandatory exclusion grounds in the AI-extracted requirements is a significant legal omission. The 'Liable Person' field is empty. The 'local SME/VCSE' requirement, while common for below-threshold tenders, could be scrutinized for potential restriction of competition.

The service description and core technical requirements are clear and unambiguous. However, the tender explicitly states 'Missing evaluation criteria,' which is a critical deficiency impacting transparency and understanding of how bids will be assessed. Detailed performance conditions are also not fully elaborated in the provided summary.

Basic information like title, reference, organization, deadlines, value, and duration are provided. Location (NUTS code) is also present. However, the explicit absence of evaluation criteria is a major completeness flaw. The 'Liable Person' field is empty. While 4 documents are listed, only one has a content summary, suggesting potential gaps if other documents contain crucial details.

The tender value is disclosed, and the submission period is reasonable. However, the explicit absence of evaluation criteria severely compromises the objectivity and transparency of the process. The lack of e-submission ('No e-submission') creates an unnecessary barrier to equal access and participation. The eligibility requirement for 'local SME/VCSE' restricts competition, potentially favoring a specific market segment, which impacts overall fairness, even if permissible for below-threshold tenders.

The contract start date and duration are clearly specified. However, the absence of electronic submission ('No e-submission') is a significant practical drawback in modern procurement, increasing administrative burden for bidders. While a document URL is not explicitly provided, it's assumed to be accessible.

Most key fields are populated, and dates are logical. There are no reported suspensions or disputes. However, a significant inconsistency exists between the 'Estimated Value: 150,000.00 EUR' and the 'Financial Requirements: £120,000 (ex VAT)'. This discrepancy in currency and value creates confusion for potential bidders. The empty 'Liable Person' field is a minor inconsistency.

The tender explicitly lacks any focus on green procurement, social criteria (beyond the local SME/VCSE eligibility which is not a performance criterion), or innovation. It is also not EU funded, which often correlates with higher sustainability standards.