Standard documentation

This document contains the European Single Procurement Document (Scotland), which replaces the standard pre-qualification questionnaire for public procurement. It explains how bidders can self-declare that they meet requirements, have no grounds for exclusion and can provide evidence when asked. The form collects information about the bidder, representatives, partners and subcontractors, and covers criminal convictions, taxes, financial standing, experience, quality and environmental standards, shortlisting and final declarations.

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This document contains a reference check template for a proposed supplies contract. It records the tenderer, contract and referee details, then asks about ordering, installation, delivery, staff, packaging, problem-solving and after-sales service. It also covers contract performance, recommendations and other relevant information, with space to record who completed the check, when it was taken and their signature.

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This document contains an example letter telling a company that it has passed the pre-qualification stage and will receive an invitation to tender for a Council contract. It includes placeholders for the contract details and date, advises the company not to incur costs or make binding arrangements, and provides for contact about questions.

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This document contains an example letter telling a company it hasn’t been shortlisted after its pre-qualification questionnaire was assessed. It explains that other organisations were considered better placed to provide the required supplies, services or works, and offers a telephone debrief on request. The letter also thanks the company for its interest and encourages it to apply for future opportunities.

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This document contains a standard letter from Orkney Islands Council informing a candidate that they haven’t been selected to progress beyond the pre-qualification stage of a procurement process. It includes optional score details against the selection criteria and explains how to request further feedback, which will be provided within 15 days of a written request.

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This document contains an example covering letter inviting suppliers to tender for an Orkney Islands Council contract. It outlines the need to follow the tender instructions, meet the submission deadline, allow extra time for delivery to Orkney, and use the correct envelope. It also explains that the Council need not accept the lowest or any tender, and gives guidance on sending enquiries, notifying the Council if no tender will be submitted, and confirming receipt of the documents.

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This document contains example instructions for submitting tenders to Orkney Islands Council, including deadlines, delivery methods and rules on changes, costs and fair competition. It sets out the information bidders must provide for the meals at home service, including service proposals, prices and completed forms. It also explains how tenders will be scored, employment transfer responsibilities, confidentiality and when information may be disclosed under freedom of information law.

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This document contains a reference check template for a proposed supplies contract. It records the tenderer, contract and referee details, then asks about ordering, installation, delivery, staff, packaging, problem-solving and after-sales service. It also covers contract performance, recommendations and other relevant information, with space to record who completed the check, when it was taken and their signature.

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This document contains a form for submitting a tender to Orkney Islands Council. It confirms that the bidder accepts the proposed contract terms, has authority to sign, and has included a certificate of honest tendering. It also explains that the Council need not accept the lowest or any tender, may accept only part of a tender, and will keep the offer open for 90 days. The form includes spaces for signatures, company position, date and place of signing.

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This document contains a bona fide tendering certificate for companies bidding to Orkney Islands Council. It confirms that the tender is competitive, has not been agreed with others, and that there are no relevant links to Council members or employees. It also covers bans on sharing prices, collusion, bribery and influencing Council staff, with possible investigation or legal action for breaches. The form includes space for disclosures, signatures, company details and the date.

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This document contains Orkney Islands Council’s tender opening form and procedure for hard copy tenders. It explains how officers record tender details, prices, opening times, signatures and the number received. It also sets out checks for complete and compliant tenders, including when procurement advice is needed. Late tenders must remain unopened, be returned to the supplier and be treated equally.

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This document contains a standard letter telling a successful tenderer that their bid was judged the most economically advantageous, with space to show the evaluation scores. It explains the required standstill period before Orkney Islands Council can award the contract, and the possible legal challenges or delays. The letter also says it has no contractual effect, carries no liability for actions taken before award, and asks the tenderer to confirm receipt and understanding.

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This document contains a standard letter template from Orkney Islands Council telling an unsuccessful tenderer that another bid has been chosen. It includes space for scores, reasons for the decision and the winning tender’s advantages. It explains the standstill period before a contract can be signed, possible court action and available remedies. It also says written requests for clarification will receive a response within 15 days.

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This document contains a July 2010 template contract award letter for Orkney Islands Council procurements below the relevant European threshold. It accepts a supplier’s tender, lists the documents that form the contract, and asks the supplier to sign and return the letter. The supplier’s acceptance section requires signatures from two directors, a director and secretary, or two authorised signatories.

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This document contains an example letter for telling a tenderer that their bid for an Orkney Islands Council contract was unsuccessful. It is for contracts below the European procurement rules threshold and must be adapted for each purchase. The letter thanks the tenderer and offers a debriefing or clarification.

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