A mandatory period between the notification of a contract award decision and the conclusion of the contract, during which unsuccessful bidders may seek further information or commence legal proceedings to challenge the award. The standstill period promotes transparency and enables procurement challenges to be brought before the contract is entered into. In UK public procurement, the applicable requirements depend on the relevant procurement legislation.
Standstill Period
A mandatory pause between the award decision and contract signing, allowing unsuccessful bidders to seek information or challenge the award.
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