EU reform of the procurement regime

Readers will probably be aware of the wide-ranging reform of the procurement law regime that is currently working its way through the European legislative process. You can read our blog post about the likely changes we can expect to see introduced in the UK within the next couple of years. New directives will be published covering public procurement, utilities and service concessions; please click the links for copies of the draft directives.

Document toolkit

Our document toolkit includes guidance notes and template documents to help you with the procurement process. The following documents are available:

Choice of procedure decision tool

A decision tool to assist in determining which of the four contract award procedures under the Regulations is likely to be the most appropriate for a procurement. 

Timescale tracker

All the key minimum procurement timescales (and possible reductions) set out in one document.

Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ)

A template simple form of PQQ.

Invitation to Tender (ITT)

A template simple form of ITT, suitable for use in the restricted procedure.

Standstill period calculator

Our handy tool takes away the hard work of calculating the end of the standstill period for procurements which are subject to the Remedies Directive.

Award notice

Template letters to the successful bidder(s) for use at the start of the standstill period – one suitable for procurements commenced after 20 December 2009.

Unsuccessful bidder letter

Two forms of the "Alcatel" letter which must be sent at the start of the standstill period to all unsuccessful bidders – one complying with the new requirements for procurements commenced after 20 December 2009.

Frameworks guidance

Detailed guidance on the use of framework agreements, and managing call-offs under a framework.

Procurement helpline

The Procurement Portal aims to provide a "one stop shop" for procurement law queries and advice.

Call 0844 561 6121 to speak to someone in our team or email us with your query.