It is good practice to notify bidders of any particular contract performance requirements or any essential award criteria early in the process. This can be done by including details in the Prior Information Notice (PIN) where using, and in the contract notice rather than just in the specification. This makes potential bidders aware that this will form part of the contract requirements from the outset, enabling them to take a view on whether they can satisfy the requirements. Details of these can be included at the Additional Information section of the PIN and contract notice.
This could include highlighting the public body’s environmental, sustainable, or waste policy, or to sign-post bidders to relevant sources of advice and support, such as Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) guidance on the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) regulations.
See the Annex for examples.
