Document background
The Notice of Intent to Award Letter is a crucial document in Dutch procurement procedures, required under the Dutch Public Procurement Act 2012 (Aanbestedingswet 2012) and aligned with EU procurement directives. It serves as the formal communication of a contracting authority's intention to award a contract to a specific bidder, triggering the mandatory standstill period (Alcatel period) of at least 20 days. During this period, unsuccessful tenderers can review the decision and, if necessary, challenge it through legal procedures. The document must include specific information such as the comparative evaluation scores, reasons for the decision, and clear instructions about the standstill period and challenge procedures. It plays a vital role in ensuring transparency and fairness in public procurement processes and providing unsuccessful tenderers with their legal right to challenge award decisions.
