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This allows the Council to assess the financial stability to undertake the contract. -Should the result not demonstrate appropriate financial standing and identify areas of concern or risk, further account related information may be requested for further assessment. The Council reserves the right not to award contracts beyond the demonstrated financial standing. -The Authority will use an independent credit scoring organisation to conduct appropriate financial probity checks. 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We are pleased to confirm that a two-week extension to the submission deadline has been granted. All other requirements of the Invitation to Tender remain unchanged. The Council remains committed to ensuring a fair and transparent process and looks forward to receiving your submission by the revised deadline of 21 August 2025." }, { "id": "2", "description": "Changes to Part A, Section 4: Procurement Timeline of the Invitation to Tender Tenderers are advised to note the following changes to Part A, Section 4:Procurement Timeline indicated in the Invitation to Tender for this contract notice: Please find below the updated procurement timeline: Deadline for Responses - 21 August 2025 Presentations - 2 September 2025 Commencement of Standstill Period - 9 September 2025 Contract Award Date - 19 September 2025 Commencement of Contract - 30 September 2025 Implementation Meeting - 7 October 2025 Mobilisation Period - October 2025-March 2026 Scheme Launch (Go-Live) - March 2026 All other requirements of the Invitation to Tender remain unchanged. 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