Tendering for business from Link
The following information is provided to help all potential suppliers, contractors and service providers ("suppliers") to tender for contracts with Link.
It explains the legislation that Link must follow and outlines the procedures that apply when tendering for work with Link.
We encourage all sizes of organisations, including small and medium sized enterprises, to compete for business from us as we recognise that many small businesses are key local employers making significant contributions to their communities.
Standing Orders
Link's detailed procurement process of day-to-day goods, works or services is in accordance with its Standing Orders. The contract values and methods are detailed on this page.
| Contract value | Method | Tenders |
|---|---|---|
| £5000 to £15,000 | Seek quotations | A minimum of two preferred suppliers |
| £15,000 to £50,000 | Seek tenders | A minimum of at least three preferred suppliers |
| £50,000 to minimum EU threshold value | Seek tenders | A minimum of at least five preferred suppliers |
EU Legislation
Where the values are above the EU threshold, Link is required to follow EU legislation. The thresholds are shown on this page.
| Procurement category | Supplies | Services | Works |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public sector contracting authorities | £156,442 | £156,442 | £3,927,260 |
The EU Threshold levels are fixed for 2 year periods, the current threshold being valid from January 1st 2010. The EU Thresholds are then recalculated by reference to exchange rates at that date and new EU Threshold levels will apply with effect from 1 January 2012 for the following 2 years (and so on).
Procurement activities within Link that are above the EU threshold (as well as below) are advertised on www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk. All opportunities above the EU threshold are automatically placed on the OJEU website. Adverts are also placed in various local papers and trade journals depending on the scale and value of the work.