Step 5 - Evaluation, selection and contract award
The evaluation process should provide a fair comparison between the responses and be conducted in accordance with the approved evaluation methodology and criteria. The same evaluation method should be applied to each response.
Value for money is the essential test against which any procurement output is to be justified. It is also essential that the assessment of offers is robust, systematic and unbiased to ensure the application of proper processes and the achievement of the procurement principles:
- Value for money
- Open and fair competition
- Accountability
- Risk management
- Probity and transparency
