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Open Tender Clarifications 2 Summary

Core Content

The document titled "Open Tender Clarifications 2" provides clarification regarding the European Banking Authority (EBA) Tender for consultancy services related to stress tests (Reference No. EBA/2012/014/OVS/SER/OP), dated 9th August 2012. It addresses a specific question raised about the budget and resource allocation for the consultancy service.

Main Question

The question raised by the tenderer was about the 20 man-months of support requested and the maximum fee of €185,000. The tenderer noted that this implied a daily rate below the typical public sector consulting rates and sought confirmation of their interpretation and further explanation of the rationale behind the figures.

EBA Response

The EBA confirmed that the maximum budget for the contract is €185,000 exclusive of VAT, and the consultant is expected to provide 20 man-months of consultancy support. The EBA emphasized that the number of man-months is considered adequate to achieve the goals of the consultancy service.

Furthermore, the EBA clarified that while the maximum budget is fixed, the consultant is free to propose a team of experts to perform the work outlined in the Terms of Reference (ToR). During the tender evaluation process, the EBA will assess whether the proposed team has sufficient resources to carry out the tasks effectively.

Key Information

• Tender Reference: EBA/2012/014/OVS/SER/OP
• Service Type: Consultancy services for EBA's stress tests
• Budget: Maximum fee of €185,000 (exclusive of VAT)
• Resource Allocation: 20 man-months of support
• Consultant Flexibility: The consultant may propose a team of experts to perform the work
• Evaluation Criteria: The EBA will evaluate whether the proposed team has adequate resources to fulfill the ToR

Summary of Main Points

• The EBA has set a maximum budget of €185,000 for the consultancy service, which includes 20 man-months of support.
• The man-months figure is deemed sufficient for the intended purpose.
• The consultant has flexibility in proposing a team of experts, as long as the work described in the Terms of Reference is covered.
• The resource adequacy of the proposed team will be a key factor in the tender evaluation process.
• The EBA will ensure that the selected consultant has the necessary expertise and capacity to deliver the required services.

This clarification aims to provide transparency and ensure that bidders understand the budget constraints and resource expectations of the EBA in this procurement process.