Direct Award Route. 2.1. Where Framework Public Bodies are able to determine which Framework Contractor offers best value for money after comparing the prices and service offering (as detailed in the Contractor Pricing Catalogue), the Framework Public Body may place a call-Off Contract on the Contractor as per the instructions outlined in the Ordering Procedures and Requirements Template (see section 5 & 7 below) and in line with Schedule 5 - Standard Terms of Supply.
Direct Award Route. 2.1. Where a Framework Public Body is able to determine which Contractor offers best value for money (quality, price and other areas e.g. interoperability), using the Contractor’s Catalogue or web portal to identify the part number details and price for their requirement, they can simply place an Order with the successful Contractor in accordance with the Ordering Procedures and Order Form and in accordance with Schedule 5 (Standard Terms of Supply). The Framework Public Body needs to ensure that the direct award is compliant with procurement regulations.
