Energy Advice Service (HDG/2026/1006)

This tender for an Energy Advice Service has a clear objective and good basic information, but suffers from significant gaps in transparency, particularly regarding evaluation criteria and the absence of e-submission.

The tender defines the procedure type and CPV code correctly, and there are no reported disputes. However, the absence of a clear reveal date and, more critically, the lack of specified evaluation criteria, represent notable gaps in legal compliance regarding transparency and equal treatment principles.

The service description is clear and unambiguous, outlining the core objectives well. However, the AI-extracted requirements are very generic, and the complete absence of evaluation criteria significantly reduces clarity for potential bidders on how their proposals will be assessed.

Basic information such as title, organization, value, duration, and CPV code are provided. However, the tender is incomplete due to the critical omission of evaluation criteria and detailed mandatory exclusion grounds. The 'Value Classified: Yes' flag contradicts the disclosed estimated value, indicating a data inconsistency.

The tender's fairness is significantly compromised by the complete absence of specified evaluation criteria, which undermines objectivity and transparency. Furthermore, the lack of e-submission capabilities creates an unnecessary barrier to equal access for all potential bidders.

The tender's practicality is hampered by the lack of electronic submission, which is a standard expectation in modern procurement. Additionally, the condition that the final three years of the contract are subject to funding introduces a notable financial risk and uncertainty for the successful provider.

While most key fields are populated, there are minor inconsistencies such as empty codes for the procedure type and an empty 'Liable Person' field. The contradiction between 'Value Classified: Yes' and the explicit disclosure of the estimated value also indicates a data quality issue.

The core objective of the Energy Advice Service, focusing on energy efficiency, reducing fuel poverty, and mitigating health impacts of cold homes, inherently aligns strongly with environmental and social sustainability goals. While the tender documents do not explicitly detail additional sustainability criteria for the bidder's operations, the service itself is highly sustainable.