THE COUNCIL'S QUOTATION AND TENDERING VALUE THRESHOLDS
These are set out in the table below:
| Estimated Value of Purchase | Type of Procedure | Requirements | Usual Advertisement Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 10K | Head of Service to obtain "Value for Money". Usually demonstrated by use of a pre-tendered Framework Agreement or at least one written quotation | Use pre-tendered Framework Agreement (where available) or obtain quotation from supplier | None |
| £10K to under £50K | Use of a pre-tendered Framework Agreement (where available) or invitation to Quote (to at least 3 suppliers). At least 3 written quotations should be received back |
Use pre-tendered Framework Agreement (where available) or HDC quotation procedure Constructionline pre-qualification used for works contracts |
Recommended to search for suppliers or advertise requirements on Supply2gov site |
| £50K to OJEU level | Use of a pre-tendered Framework Agreement (where available) or an Invitation to Tender in accordance with Council Contract Procedure Rules | Use pre-tendered Framework Agreement (where available) or standard HDC Invitation to Tender documents plus Contract Conditions | Trade and local press advertisements, plus copy onto Council Procurement web page and Supply2gov site |
| Over OJEU level | Use of a pre-tendered Framework Agreement (where available) or an Invitation to Tender in accordance with Council Contract Procedure Rules and the European Procurement Directives | Use pre-tendered Framework Agreement (where available) or standard HDC Invitation to Tender documents plus Contract Conditions | European (OJEU) advertisement, plus trade and local press advertisements, and copy onto Council Procurement web page |
The financial values in the table above will determine what each Council does in relation to the requirements to go out to quotation or tender for its business.