5 steps for Including the Ladder in tenders
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1. Integrate into Policy
Add CO₂ reduction to your policy framework, and assess each tender to see if using the CO₂ Performance Ladder is beneficial.
2. Prepare Tender Documents
Include the CO₂ Performance Ladder criteria and set the award advantage amount.
3. Award Advantage
Provide bidders with an award advantage matching their ambition level and select the best Price-Quality Ratio offer.
4. Project Execution
Ensure the contractor operates at the agreed ambition level and keeps a project file.
5. Verify Ambition Level
Obtain certification from an external body to confirm that the contractor meets the agreed ambition level.
How does procurement with the Ladder work exactly?
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Do you want to start using the CO₂ Performance Ladder as a procurement instrument? Download Procurement Guide 3.1 or view our advice on tendering with Ladder 4.0.
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