Minting, distribution and sale of BIATEC investment collectible euro coins

Summary

The concession grants the successful bidder an exclusive right for a fixed term to arrange, at its own expense and commercial risk, the procurement of precious metals and the preparation, minting, packaging, storage, distribution, promotion and direct sale of BIATEC gold and silver investment collectible euro coins. The concessionaire must also provide customer support, handle complaints, buy back coins and report on its activities. Sales must be available in Slovakia through both electronic and physical channels. The contract is for 24 months, with a unilateral option for the contracting authority to extend it by a further 24 months; the planned maximum total duration is 48 months. The bidder bears the operating risk. The sole award criterion is the modelled total concession value excluding VAT, weighted at 100%; a lower value is preferred. The bid must include the notification or declaration required under the EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation, using form FS-PP. If a group of suppliers is awarded the contract, it must establish a legal form that provides for joint and several liability among its members. Variant bids are not allowed, and no tender guarantee is required. Detailed qualification and bid requirements should be checked in the concession documents.