Tenders

Ordering of Prototyping and Product Development Services

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Deadline
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March 03, 2026
Contract Details
Category
Services
Reference
304472
Value
€9,999,999
Location
Estonia
Published
January 30, 2026
CPV Code
Evaluation Criteria
Engineering Competence0%
Development Methodology0%
Risk Handling0%
Project Management Capability0%
Total Cost100%
Service Delivery Time100%
Project Timeline

Tender Published

January 30, 2026

Deadline for Questions

February 24, 2026

Submission Deadline

March 03, 2026

Tender Opening

March 03, 2026

Contract Start Date

March 31, 2026

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Budget
€9,999,999
Duration
84 months
Location
Estonia
Type
Services
60
Quality Score/100
Good
Market Benchmark
Avg. Winning Price
€265,238
Avg. Bids
2.7
Competition
Low
SME Winners
90%
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Original Tender Description

The purpose of the dynamic procurement system is to order prototyping and product development services.
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Requirements & Qualifications

21 requirements across 5 categories

Submission (7)
Mandatory (2)
Compliance (4)
Technical (7)
Financial (1)
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS7
--Submit initial applications for joining the Dynamic Purchasing System within 30 days from the publication of the contract notice.
--The submission deadline for bids is 2026-03-03 at 13:00:00.
--Complete the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) according to the explanatory guide and the contracting authority's conditions.
MANDATORY EXCLUSION GROUNDS2
--The tenderer must confirm compliance with EU sanctions regarding subcontractors and suppliers.
--The tenderer must meet security conditions and background check requirements for service providers operating in the Estonian Defence Forces' security area.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS4
--The tenderer must complete the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) according to the contracting authority's conditions and expected response format.
--In case of a joint tender, a power of attorney must be submitted.
--The tenderer must accept and comply with the general conditions of the procurement contract.
TECHNICAL CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS7
--The tenderer must comply with the technical requirements and specifications for prototyping and product development services.
--The tenderer must comply with precise requirements for packaging goods on pallets and for pallet labeling, including mandatory and optional data on labels.
--The bid must include information on engineering competence.
FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS1
--The bid must include the total cost.

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Documents

8 documents available with AI summaries

VastavustingimusedPDF
304472_vastavustingimused.pdf -- 6.5 KB

Bidders must confirm compliance with EU sanctions regarding subcontractors and suppliers, submit a power of attorney if it's a joint bid, and identify and justify any business secrets within their offer.

Hindamiskriteeriumid ja hinnatavad näitajadPDF
304472_hindamiskriteeriumid.pdf -- 4.9 KB

This document details the evaluation criteria for the prototyping and product development service tender, primarily focusing on total cost (lowest is best), but also allowing for consideration of service delivery time, engineering competence, development methodology, risk handling, and project management capabilities under specific conditions.

Hankepass täiendatavate selgitustegaPDF
304472_hankepass_taiendavate_selgitustega.pdf -- 65.3 KB

This document is an explanatory guide for completing the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD), outlining the contracting authority's conditions and expected response format for the prototyping and product development services tender.

Aluste rühmapakendite märgistamineDOC
Aluste rühmapakendite märgistamine.docx -- 2.8 MB

This document outlines precise requirements for packaging goods on pallets and for pallet labeling, including mandatory and optional data fields for labels.

DHS-i menetlustingimusedDOC
DHS-IM~1.DOC -- 69.3 KB

This document outlines the DHS procedural conditions, providing an overview of the rules and general terms for the procurement process.

Hankelepingu üldtingimusedDOC
HANKEL~1.DOC -- 60.9 KB

This document outlines the general terms and conditions of the procurement contract for prototyping and product development services, defining the legal framework of the future agreement.

Julgeolekutingimused koos lisadegaDOC
Julgeolekutingimused koos lisadega.docx -- 93.4 KB

This document outlines security conditions and background check requirements for service providers operating within the Defence Forces security area, clarifying the rights and obligations of parties in fulfilling security-related requirements.

Lisa 1. Tehniline kirjeldusDOC
LISA1T~1.DOC -- 91.6 KB

This document outlines the technical requirements and specifications for prototyping and product development services commissioned by the Estonian Centre for Defence Investments.

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60
Good

Tender Quality Score

This tender is generally well-documented and transparent, but its primary flaw is a significant CPV code misalignment that does not match the service content, alongside some incongruities in technical requirements.

Score Breakdown

Legal Compliance40/100

The tender defines the procedure type (DHS) and meets general disclosure requirements. Deadlines are reasonable. However, the assigned CPV code (6613 - Vehicle repair/maintenance) is fundamentally misaligned with the tender's stated purpose of "Prototyping and product development services." This is a significant legal compliance risk as it misrepresents the procurement's nature and could lead to challenges or incorrect market engagement.

Misaligned CPV code (6613) for prototyping and product development services.
Clarity70/100

The overall description of the DHS and its purpose is clear. Requirements are generally well-documented across multiple attachments. Evaluation criteria are specified, though the phrase "under specific conditions" for some criteria could introduce minor ambiguity. The requirement for "packaging goods on pallets and for pallet labeling" seems incongruous with a general "prototyping and product development service," potentially causing confusion regarding the scope.

Incongruous pallet labeling requirements for a prototyping service.
Minor ambiguity in evaluation criteria due to "under specific conditions" phrasing.
Completeness65/100

The tender provides all basic information, financial details, timeline, and location. A comprehensive set of 9 documents is attached. However, the fundamental mismatch between the CPV code and the service description indicates a significant gap in the complete and accurate representation of the procurement. The inclusion of highly specific packaging requirements without clear contextualization for prototyping services also suggests a potential lack of full integration or completeness in defining the overall scope.

CPV code mismatch with service description.
Specific packaging requirements not fully contextualized for prototyping services.
Fairness60/100

The tender promotes fairness through full document access, disclosed value, reasonable deadlines, and e-procurement. Evaluation criteria appear objective and transparent. However, the misaligned CPV code is a major concern for fairness, as it could lead to the wrong market being targeted, potentially excluding qualified bidders or attracting unsuitable ones. The highly specific pallet labeling requirements, if not universally applicable to all prototyping outputs, could inadvertently favor certain suppliers or limit competition.

Misaligned CPV code impacting market reach and potential bidder exclusion.
Potentially restrictive or tailored pallet labeling requirements.
Practicality80/100

The tender supports electronic submission and e-procurement, enhancing accessibility. Key dates, including contract start and duration, are clearly specified. The structure for joining the Dynamic Purchasing System, including initial application and review periods, is clearly outlined, making the process practical for bidders.

Data Consistency50/100

Most key fields are populated, and dates are logical. There are no detected suspensions or disputes. However, a critical inconsistency exists with the CPV code (vehicle repair/maintenance) directly contradicting the tender's stated purpose (prototyping and product development). This fundamental mismatch significantly undermines data consistency. The inclusion of detailed pallet labeling requirements also creates an internal inconsistency with the general nature of the prototyping service.

CPV code inconsistent with service description.
Internal inconsistency with pallet labeling requirements for a prototyping service.
Sustainability55/100

The nature of the service, "Prototyping and product development," inherently implies an innovation focus, which is a positive aspect for sustainability. However, the tender explicitly lacks any stated green procurement criteria or social aspects, as confirmed by automated checks.

Absence of explicit green procurement criteria.
Absence of explicit social criteria.

Strengths

Clear definition of Dynamic Purchasing System (DHS) and its procedural conditions.
Comprehensive set of tender documents provided, covering various aspects.
Transparency in disclosing estimated value and using e-procurement for submission.
Inherent innovation focus due to the nature of prototyping and product development services.
Reasonable timelines for initial applications and review within the DHS framework.

Concerns

Critical CPV code misalignment (6613) for prototyping and product development services.
Incongruous technical requirements for pallet packaging and labeling for a prototyping service.
Lack of explicit green procurement or social responsibility criteria.
Minor ambiguity in evaluation criteria due to "under specific conditions" phrasing.

Recommendations

1. Immediately correct the CPV code to accurately reflect "Prototyping and product development services" (e.g., codes related to R&D, engineering services, or specific product development).
2. Review and clarify the necessity and scope of the pallet labeling requirements (Document 5) to ensure they are genuinely relevant and proportionate for all potential prototyping outputs, or provide clearer context.
3. Integrate explicit green procurement and social responsibility criteria into future iterations of the DHS or specific calls for tenders under this system, leveraging the inherent innovation focus.

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