Contract 22 - Air Conditioning Maintenance

This tender for air conditioning maintenance is generally well-structured with clear service descriptions and requirements. However, it suffers from significant gaps in transparency and modern procurement practices, notably the absence of evaluation criteria and lack of electronic submission.

The tender defines the procedure type and has no disputes. However, the CPV code (45000000 - Construction work) is too broad for air conditioning maintenance, and there are missing details such as the reveal date, liable person, and specific procedure codes. This indicates minor compliance gaps.

The description of services and AI-extracted requirements are clear and understandable. However, the critical absence of specified evaluation criteria significantly hinders bidders' ability to understand how their proposals will be judged, impacting overall clarity.

Most basic information, including title, reference, organization, value, and duration, is provided. Documents are listed, though one 'Tender Notice' failed to download. The major deficiency is the explicit lack of evaluation criteria, which is fundamental for a complete tender package.

The tender value is disclosed, and requirements appear generic, not tailored. However, the absence of evaluation criteria introduces subjectivity and potential for unfairness in the assessment process. The lack of electronic submission also creates barriers to equal access for all potential bidders.

The contract start date and duration are clearly specified, and a document URL is provided. The most significant practical drawback is the stated lack of electronic submission, which complicates the bidding process for potential suppliers.

The tender generally shows consistency in dates and status. However, there are minor inconsistencies such as empty fields (liable person, procedure codes), a currency discrepancy for the estimated value (£ vs EUR), and slightly differing duration phrasing (24 months vs 2-4 years framework). The failed document download also impacts data integrity.

The tender does not explicitly incorporate any green procurement, social aspects, or innovation focus. This represents a missed opportunity to align with modern sustainable procurement principles.