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What government contracts usually require from bidders

Public buyers have to treat bidders fairly, so they write their requirements down. The same few appear again and again. Preparing them once saves time on every bid.

110countries with open opportunities right now, from the official sources SLETOR reads.

Company basics

  • Registration details and ownership
  • A declaration that no exclusion grounds apply
  • Tax and social security payments up to date

Financial standing

  • Accounts for the last two or three years
  • A minimum turnover
  • Sometimes a credit check or a parent company guarantee

Technical ability

  • Similar contracts with references
  • Qualifications of key staff
  • Quality, environmental or security certificates

Policies

  • Health and safety
  • Data protection and information security
  • Modern slavery or equal opportunity statements, depending on the country

Questions

Are the requirements the same in every country?
No. The categories are similar but the details change by country and by buyer. Always read the documents of the specific tender.