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The response addresses very few elements of the requirement and contains insufficient/limited detail of explanation to demonstrate how the requirement will be fulfilled 2 Acceptable - The response provides information, on some or all of the elements required in the question, the information provided is relevant but is lacking in sufficient detail for some or all of the elements required. 3 Good - The response provides information on most of the elements required in the question the information provided is relevant and is in sufficient detail for most of the elements required. 4 Excellent - The response provides information on all of the elements required in the question, the information provided is relevant and is in sufficient detail for all of the elements required. The bidder has demonstrated a thorough understanding of the requirement and provides details of how the requirement will be met in full. 5 Added Value - The response provides information on all of the elements required in the question the information provided is relevant and is in sufficient detail for all of the elements required. 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