London and Quadrant Housing Trust - Groundwork, RC Frame, External Works and Piling - Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)

This tender for a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) exhibits significant quality concerns, primarily due to critical missing information, internal inconsistencies, and a lack of transparency regarding evaluation criteria and estimated value.

The tender references the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, which is appropriate. However, there is a fundamental contradiction between stating a 'Restricted' procedure and the objective of establishing a 'Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)', which is an open procedure. The non-disclosure of the estimated value also raises transparency concerns.

While the description of services and the DPS objective is clear, the complete absence of specified evaluation criteria is a critical flaw, making it impossible for bidders to understand how their proposals will be assessed. The lack of explicit financial requirements further reduces clarity.

Key information such as the estimated value and crucial evaluation criteria are missing. Specific financial requirements are also absent. The stated contract duration of '1 month' for a DPS is highly unusual and incomplete, as DPS frameworks typically last for several years. Only one document is summarized, raising questions about the completeness of accessible information.

Fairness is severely compromised by the classified estimated value and the complete absence of specified evaluation criteria, which prevents objective and transparent assessment of bids. The reported lack of e-submission can also create barriers to equal access for all potential bidders.

The absence of e-submission is a significant practical drawback in modern procurement. The classified value and the ambiguous 1-month contract duration for a DPS make it difficult for potential sub-contractors to assess the practical implications and long-term viability of participation. A document URL is not provided.

There is a critical inconsistency between the stated 'Restricted' procedure type and the explicit objective to establish a 'Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)'. These are fundamentally different procurement procedures. Furthermore, the 'Contract Duration: 1 months' for a DPS is highly inconsistent with the nature and purpose of a DPS framework.

The tender information provided does not include any mention of green procurement, social aspects, or innovation focus, indicating a complete absence of sustainability considerations.