SOP 18 The Evaluation Process.pdf

The document outlines the evaluation process in public procurement practices, emphasizing the importance of impartiality, transparency, and compliance with laws. It describes the role of the evaluation panel, including preparation, operation, and the need for a declaration of impartiality and non-disclosure. The process involves receipt, opening, compliance validation, and evaluation of submitted documentation based on pre-defined criteria. It details checks for procedural, technical, and substantive compliance, with guidelines for handling non-compliant submissions. The evaluation criteria can be based on lowest price or other specified factors, with a thorough evaluation methodology. The document also covers the award phase, including the evaluation panel's meeting to establish rankings, request clarifications, and make a recommendation for award. It highlights the need for an evaluation report with detailed information and justification for the award recommendation. Finally, it explains the award approval process, the mandatory standstill period before contract signing, and the notification of successful and unsuccessful offerors.