ID 5996575 - PSNI - Forensic Accountancy and Forensic Technology Services

This tender provides a clear description of required services but suffers from significant deficiencies in completeness and fairness due to missing critical documentation and evaluation criteria, hindering fair competition and transparency.

The tender lacks explicitly stated mandatory exclusion grounds and financial requirements, which are fundamental for a Restricted procedure. The absence of evaluation criteria is a significant legal compliance issue. Furthermore, the single CPV code assigned is too narrow and does not adequately cover the specialist forensic technology services of Lot 2. The missing reveal date prevents a full assessment of the initial preparation period.

While the overall description of the services and the division into two Lots is clear and unambiguous, the tender's clarity is severely undermined by the explicit absence of evaluation criteria and the fact that the crucial 'Mid Tier Schedule 02 Specification' document, which is repeatedly referenced for full details, is not listed among the provided documents. This leaves potential bidders with insufficient information to prepare a comprehensive and compliant bid.

The tender provides basic information such as title, organization, value, duration, and deadlines. However, it is critically incomplete due to the absence of the main specification document ('Mid Tier Schedule 02 Specification'), mandatory exclusion grounds, specific financial requirements, and all evaluation criteria. The 'Liable Person' field is also empty.

Fairness is significantly compromised by the lack of full document access, as the essential 'Mid Tier Schedule 02 Specification' is referenced but not available. The complete absence of evaluation criteria makes it impossible for bidders to understand how their proposals will be assessed, severely impacting transparency and equal treatment. The lack of electronic submission also presents a barrier to equal access for all potential suppliers.

The tender clearly states the contract start date and duration, and financing information is available. However, the absence of electronic submission is a notable practical drawback, potentially increasing administrative burden for bidders and the contracting authority. The document URL is not explicitly provided, though documents are listed.

Most key fields are populated, and dates are logical. However, there is an inconsistency with the CPV code, which primarily covers accounting services but not the electronic data extraction and analysis services of Lot 2. The critical 'Mid Tier Schedule 02 Specification' is referenced multiple times in the description but is not listed as an available document, representing a significant data inconsistency. The 'Liable Person' field is also empty.

The tender does not include any explicit requirements or considerations related to green procurement, social aspects, or innovation. It is also not indicated as EU-funded, which often correlates with higher sustainability standards.