After award
Standstill period
A short pause between announcing the intended winner and signing the contract, allowing challenges.
The standstill (or 'pause') period gives unsuccessful bidders a window to seek feedback and, if they believe the process was flawed, to challenge the decision before the contract is signed.
If you've lost, it's also your chance to request a debrief and learn how to score better next time.
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