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The Current Ratio shall be calculated as follows: net current assets divided by net current liabilities. The Tenderer must submit with their SPD response a copy of, or a link to, their most recently published annual accounts or equivalent to demonstrate they can evidence a Current Ratio of 1.0 or above. If the Tenderer does not meet this requirement then their bid may be set aside and take no further part in the competition, unless the Tenderer can provide further relevant information which The Purchaser considerers appropriate to demonstrate that the Tenderer does not/would not represent an unmanageable risk should it be appointed to the framework. This information may include, but is not limited to, audited financial accounts for the last three financial years, or forms of assurance such as a Performance Bond and/or a Parent Company Guarantee if applicable. 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There is a requirement in the ITT to provide a short CV for each team member detailing their specific qualifications and experience. Q.4C.1.2 - The Tenderer is required to provide relevant examples to demonstrate that they have held contracts of a similar nature to those described in the Contract Notice and Invitation to Tender, including any examples of Public Sector Experience within the last 3 years. 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