Each tender received is evaluated based on the evaluation criteria specified in the tender documents.
Council considers tenders based on value for money. Things considered include whole of life cycle costs, compliance with specification, local economic and social benefits, environmental benefits, timelines of supply and capability, and capacity of the tenderer to complete works.
Most evaluation criterias include:
- Price
Provide the best value for money (not necessarily the lowest price).
- Compliance with specification
Will best deliver services, which meet or exceed the standard.
- Social and economic benefit to the municipality
Has demonstrated the best record for supporting the local municipality.
- Track record
Has the strongest and best proven record for the delivery of contracted services (whether it be with Council or another organisation).
- Availability of appropriate skills and resources
Possesses the best skills and resources necessary to assure the prompt and efficient delivery of the service.