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Tenders uploaded after the closing date and time may not be accepted. Bidders can upload revised versions until the deadline. The tender must be submitted in two envelopes: Technical Envelope: Quality response (Methodology, Delivery, Experience), Disclaimer, and Cyber Essentials or ISO27000 certification (or equivalent). Commercial Envelope: Price and Form of Tender. File formats accepted: PDF or Word (.docx). No electronic auction will be used for this procurement. 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If an extension is granted, it will be strictly limited to completing outstanding deliverables and will not exceed one additional month (April 2026). No additional budget will be provided unless agreed in writing by ORR. Multiple extensions are not anticipated; however, if required, they would follow the same approval process and remain within the financial constraints of the original contract." }, "awardCriteria": { "description": "The contract will be awarded to the supplier submitting the most advantageous tender based on quality and price. Tenders will be evaluated against the following weighted criteria: Methodology (25%) - How well the proposed approach meets the project requirements and demonstrates innovative consultation methods. Delivery (30%) - Ability to deliver within timescales, manage risks, and allocate resources effectively. Experience (30%) - Relevant organisational and team experience, supported by CVs and examples of similar projects. Cost / Value for Money (15%) - Fixed fee proposal with full breakdown of costs and day rates. 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