Framework agreements Most current framework agreements include transparency clauses to enable the resulting call-off contracts to be published. However, when calling-off from an existing framework agreement which does not contain transparency clauses regarding publication, you would not have contractual grounds on which to publish and should actively work with your supplier to encourage them to support the transparency commitment voluntarily- you may wish to seek advice from the department responsible for setting up and managing the framework agreement. 9. PUBLICATION Timing Following any permitted redactions as set out in this guidance, it is advised that contracts are published with the award notice within 20 days following the end of the standstill period, where applicable. Where the standstill period applies, contract should not be published before the standstill period expires. Where no standstill period applies, it is advised that departments publish contracts within 20 days from the award of the contract. If a legal challenge to your procurement arises (or is current) during the standstill period the contract should not be signed until any outstanding legal dispute is resolved. It is recommended that you manage the public’s expectations by developing information for your website to explain your procurement practices and identify how and when the transparency commitments will be met. Accessibility
Framework agreements Most current framework agreements include transparency clauses to enable the resulting call-off contracts to be published. However, when calling-off from an existing framework agreement which does not contain transparency clauses regarding publication, you would not have contractual grounds on which to publish and should actively work with your supplier to encourage them to support the transparency commitment voluntarily- you may wish to seek advice from the department responsible for setting up and managing the framework agreement. 9. PUBLICATION Timing Following any permitted redactions as set out in this guidance, it is advised that contracts are published with the award notice within 20 days following the end of the standstill period, where applicable. Where the standstill period applies, contract should not be published before the standstill period expires. Where no standstill period applies, it is advised that departments publish contracts within 20 days from the award of the contract. If a legal challenge to your procurement arises (or is current) during the standstill period the contract should not be signed until any outstanding legal dispute is resolved. It is recommended that you manage the public’s expectations by developing information for your website to explain your procurement practices and identify how and when the transparency commitments will be met. Accessibility
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