Quality of decision making by the review body

Decisions are based on the applicable law(s) and reflect the principles of transparency, competition and equal treatment

Analysis of decisions. Six decisions collected from the procurement review body are analysed (one each for works, supplies and services above the highest applicable threshold and one each below that threshold but above the subsequent threshold). For each category, the first decision issued after 1 September in the latest calendar year is selected.

Both parties were given the right to be heard

Analysis of decisions. Six decisions collected from the procurement review body are analysed (one each for works, supplies and services above the highest applicable threshold and one each below that threshold but above the subsequent threshold). For each category, the first decision issued after 1 September in the latest calendar year is selected. Both parties were given the right to be heard: the criterion is satisfied if both parties had the opportunity to present their position either in oral hearing or by submitting explanations in writing.

Decisions do not focus purely on formal errors or omissions (especially those with no impact on the procedure outcome)

Analysis of decisions. Six decisions collected from the procurement review body are analysed (one each for works, supplies and services above the highest applicable threshold and one each below that threshold but above the subsequent threshold). For each category, the first decision issued after 1 September in the latest calendar year is selected.

Decisions include resolution of complaints and sanctions with reference to legal provisions

Analysis of decisions. Six decisions collected from the procurement review body are analysed (one each for works, supplies and services above the highest applicable threshold and one each below that threshold but above the subsequent threshold). For each category, the first decision issued after 1 September in the latest calendar year is selected.

Decisions include a clear rationale

Analysis of decisions. Six decisions collected from the procurement review body are analysed (one each for works, supplies and services above the highest applicable threshold and one each below that threshold but above the subsequent threshold). For each category, the first decision issued after 1 September in the latest calendar year is selected.

Decisions are rendered on the basis of available evidence submitted by the parties

Analysis of decisions. Six decisions collected from the procurement review body are analysed (one each for works, supplies and services above the highest applicable threshold and one each below that threshold but above the subsequent threshold). For each category, the first decision issued after 1 September in the latest calendar year is selected.