Audit of HIE Group Companies

This tender presents a clear description of the required services but suffers from significant incompleteness due to missing essential documentation and evaluation criteria, alongside a notable data inconsistency in the estimated value.

The tender specifies an 'Open procedure' which aligns with principles of public procurement. Eligibility requirements appear standard. However, the lack of detailed mandatory exclusion grounds in the provided extract means bidders must consult full documents, which are currently unavailable.

The description of the services (audit, consolidation, tax returns for five group companies) and the contract duration are clear. Financial ranges are also clearly stated in GBP. The primary clarity issue stems from the repeated reference to a 'Scope of Requirements and Guidance document' which is not provided, making it impossible to fully understand the detailed requirements.

This tender is critically incomplete. The most significant issue is the absence of any attached documents, particularly the 'Scope of Requirements and Guidance document' which is repeatedly cited as containing full details. Furthermore, the lack of specified evaluation criteria is a major omission, preventing bidders from understanding how their proposals will be assessed.

While the 'Open procedure' generally promotes fairness, the absence of evaluation criteria severely compromises it, as bidders cannot prepare informed proposals or understand the basis for selection. The lack of detailed mandatory exclusion grounds in the provided extract also reduces transparency.

The services requested are practical for an auditing firm. However, the complete absence of tender documents, especially the 'Scope of Requirements and Guidance document', makes it highly impractical for potential bidders to prepare a compliant and competitive submission.

There is a significant inconsistency between the 'Estimated Value' stated in EUR (210,000.00 EUR) and the 'Total value of the Framework' stated in GBP (between GBP 190,000 and GBP 210,000). When converted, the GBP range (approximately EUR 218,500 - EUR 241,500, assuming 1 GBP ≈ 1.15 EUR) exceeds the stated EUR estimated value, creating confusion regarding the actual maximum budget.

The tender does not include any specific criteria or mentions related to green procurement, social aspects, or innovation, indicating a missed opportunity to incorporate sustainability considerations into the procurement process.