Document background
The Notice of Intent to Award Letter is a mandatory document in Nigerian public procurement processes, required by the Public Procurement Act 2007 and regulated by the Bureau of Public Procurement. This document is issued after bid evaluation and before final contract award, serving as a transparent mechanism to inform all stakeholders of the procurement decision. The letter must be issued for significant contracts and includes critical information such as the basis for selection, contract value, and scope. It triggers a standstill period during which unsuccessful bidders can challenge the decision, promoting fair competition and transparency. The Notice of Intent to Award Letter is particularly important in public sector procurement but is also widely used in private sector contracts where formal procurement processes are followed.
