The abbreviation SIWZ means "Specification of Essential Terms of the Procurement." It is a document used in tenders and public procurement in Poland, containing detailed information about the order as well as the requirements that must be met by potential contractors or suppliers.
The Specification of Essential Terms of the Procurement constitutes an integral part of the public procurement announcement and contains information such as:
- Description of the subject of the order: detailed description of the product or service to be delivered, including technical parameters, quantities, delivery dates, etc.
- Conditions for participation in the tender: information regarding qualifications that potential contractors must meet, such as experience, references, financial capacity, etc.
- Offer evaluation criteria: specifying what factors will be taken into account when evaluating offers, e.g. price, quality, delivery date.
- Dates and place of submission of offers: information on the date and place of submission of offers, as well as deadlines and procedures related to the tender.
- Contract terms: basic terms of the contract that will be concluded with the selected contractor, such as payment terms, guarantees, contractual penalties, etc.
The Terms of Reference are intended to ensure transparency and fairness of the public procurement process and to enable potential contractors or suppliers to understand and meet the conditions for submitting offers.
This is an important document that forms the basis for a public tender and allows you to select the best supplier or contractor based on specific criteria.