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Open Tender Clarifications Summary

Core Content

The document provides clarifications regarding the European Banking Authority (EBA) tender for the supply of office furniture, referenced as EBA/2013/001/OPS/SUP/OP, dated 18 February 2013. These clarifications address several questions raised by potential bidders, focusing on eligibility, documentation requirements, and technical specifications.

Main Questions and EBA Responses

1. Matching Office Furniture to a Specific Product Suite

• Question: Does the EBA have a specific suite of products that the office furniture must match?
• Response: No, as the office space is new. However, the color of the furniture must match the specifications outlined in Annex VII of the tender documentation.

2. Late Submission of Tender Acknowledgement Form

• Question: Can a bidder still submit a tender if they did not return the Tender Acknowledgement Form by the deadline (21 January 2013)?
• Response: Yes, the submission of the tender is still possible even if the form was not returned on time.

3. Format of Annex VIII Floor Plan

• Question: The bidder downloaded the tender documents but cannot open Annex VIII (Floor Plan). Can it be provided in PDF format?
• Response: Annex VIII is in CAD format and requires specific software to open. PDF versions are available in Annexes IX and X, but they do not include all the measurements. Therefore, it is recommended to download the CAD file for accurate planning.

4. Participation of a Company Based in Mumbai, India

• Question: Can a company based in Mumbai, India participate in the tender?
• Response: No. The tender is not open to tenderers registered in India.

5. Eligibility of a Subsidiary Company (XXX Company)

• Question: XXX Company, which was acquired by YYY Company Group in 2008 and later separated, is now focusing on furniture. Can it submit the tender?
• Response: The EBA cannot provide an ex ante assessment of whether a legal entity meets the selection criteria in Article 10 of the Instructions to Tender. It is the responsibility of the bidder to assess their own eligibility and provide the required documentation to support their capacity.

Key Information

• The EBA is an agency of the European Union, and the tender is open to natural and legal persons within the EU or third countries with special agreements.
• The Government Procurement Agreement does not apply to this contract.
• The contract is not open to tenderers from India.
• Annex VIII is in CAD format, and PDF versions are available but less detailed.
• Eligibility for the tender must be self-assessed by the bidder, and they must provide relevant documentation to prove their capacity.

Summary of Eligibility and Submission Rules

• Eligibility:
  • Only EU members and third countries with special agreements are eligible.
  • India is excluded from participation.
• Submission Rules:
  • Late submission of the Tender Acknowledgement Form does not disqualify the bidder.
  • Bidders must ensure they have the correct software to open Annex VIII.
  • Self-assessment is required for eligibility, with no prior approval from the EBA.
• Documentation Requirements:
  • Bidders must provide accounts and financial statements to prove their capacity.
  • The EBA does not pre-approve legal entities, so all relevant documentation must be submitted.

Additional Notes

• All information related to the tender is available on the EBA website at http://eba.europa.eu/Aboutus/Procurement/Current-calls-for-tender-60000.aspx.
• The floor plan is critical for ensuring that the proposed furniture fits the space, and the CAD file is preferred for accuracy.