Norway – Procurement consultancy services – 26/02030 Framework agreement for the procurement of consultancy services within public procurements - The Norwegian Health Network SF

The lot is for professional procurement assistance for planning, implementing and following-up public procurements. Tenderers shall be able to offer resources that are independent or in cooperation with the contracting authority can carry out all or parts of the procurement process. The assistance can i.a. include needs and market analyses, preparation of tender documentation, competition implementation, evaluation, negotiations, rejection and qualification assessments, contract signing, implementation and contract follow-up. The sub-area also includes assistance with handling access requests, complaints and other supplier enquiries. This can include assessments of legal and procurement questions, preparation of reply letters and documentation of assessments. The assistance shall contribute to compliance with the current rules and ensure good progress, quality and traceability in the procurement work. | The sub-area includes assistance with planning, implementing and following-up procurements where there are special requirements for safety, screening worthy values or handling security graded information. The sub-area covers both consultancy in the early phase and operative support throughout the entire procurement process. Assistance can i.a. include assessment of security requirements, choice of procurement strategy, preparation of competition documents and contract terms, supplier assessments and follow-up of safety conditions in the contract period. Competence is expected for this sub-area within relevant procurement regulations and security regulations, including handling security graded procurements, supplier and personnel requirements, as well as the establishment of the necessary security measures and control mechanisms. It is an advantage if the tenderers ́ hrs have knowledge of defence and security procurements, including relevant rules for such procurements. The assistance shall contribute to the procurements being carried out in a safe and efficient...