Document background
The Public Request for Proposal (RFP) is a crucial document in Belgian public procurement processes, used when public authorities seek to purchase goods, services, or works above certain threshold values. It serves as the primary means of ensuring transparent, fair, and competitive procurement procedures in accordance with Belgian law and EU directives. The document must be drafted with careful attention to Belgium's complex administrative structure and linguistic requirements, considering federal, regional, and community levels of government. It typically includes comprehensive technical specifications, selection and award criteria, administrative requirements, and contractual terms. The RFP must follow strict procedural requirements set forth in Belgian procurement legislation, particularly the Law of 17 June 2016 and its implementing Royal Decrees, while ensuring compliance with EU Directive 2014/24/EU.
