Document background
A Proposal For Tender is a formal response document used in German public and private procurement processes. It is prepared when an organization wishes to bid for contracts offered through formal tender procedures, whether these are public tenders (öffentliche Ausschreibungen) or restricted tenders (beschränkte Ausschreibungen). The document must comply with the German Act against Restraints of Competition (GWB), the Public Tender Regulation (VgV), and relevant EU directives. It typically includes detailed technical specifications, pricing structures, company credentials, legal declarations, and project execution plans. The Proposal For Tender serves as the primary basis for evaluation by the contracting authority and, if successful, forms the foundation of the subsequent contract. Its structure and content are heavily regulated, particularly in public sector procurement, requiring strict adherence to formal requirements and submission procedures.
