Paragraph 1 Basic selection criteria: general principlesI1

The basic selection criteria which must be met by a provider may relate to—

A relevant authority may impose on providers as requirements only the criteria referred to in this Schedule.

A relevant authority must limit any requirements to those that are appropriate to ensure that a provider has the legal and financial capacities and the technical and professional abilities to perform the contract to be awarded.

All requirements must be related and proportionate to the subject-matter of the contract or framework agreement.