Intraocular Lenses

This tender for intraocular lenses is structured with clear administrative and basic eligibility requirements. However, it raises significant concerns regarding the inconsistency of the CPV code, the heavy weighting of price over quality for a critical medical device, and the potentially burdensome requirement for physical samples.

The tender appears generally compliant with EU procurement principles, requiring the use of ESPD and adherence to EU sanctions. Mandatory exclusion grounds are standard practice.

Basic information and general requirements are clear. However, a critical discrepancy exists between the tender title (intraocular lenses) and the CPV code (contact lenses), introducing significant ambiguity. Detailed technical evaluation criteria are also not explicitly clear from the provided extract.

Essential elements like title, organization, value, and basic requirements are present. However, key details such as specific technical evaluation sub-criteria, contract duration, and NUTS code are missing or not fully elaborated in the provided extract.

The requirement for CE marking and necessary licenses ensures a level playing field for qualified suppliers. However, the 80-90% price weighting for a specialized medical device may disadvantage higher-quality, potentially more expensive, but clinically superior products, potentially limiting competition based on best value. The sample submission could also be burdensome.

Electronic submission is practical. However, the requirement for physical samples, while ensuring direct inspection, can be logistically challenging and costly for bidders, potentially deterring some qualified suppliers.

A significant inconsistency exists between the tender's title/description and its CPV code.

No specific sustainability, green procurement, social, or innovation criteria are mentioned, representing a missed opportunity for modern public procurement practices.