Tender process steps and timeline

Tender process steps and timeline
Activity/Period Average time Responsible party
Submission of questions / clarification
meeting
80 days from the publication of the call (will be defined in the tender documentation) Ministry of Environment and Physical Planning
Preparation / submission of bids 90 days from the publication of the call (will be defined in the tender documentation)  
Evaluation of bids / bringing decision 20-30 days from the public opening Ministry of Environment and Physical Planning
Lodging of appeals 8 days from the day of receiving the decision  
Appeal procedure (if applicable) 20-30 days from the deadline for lodging appeals Public Procurement State Appeal Commission
Founding local company / paying one-time concession fee 30 days from day of receiving the final decision Central Register
Obtaining license to use water 45-60 days from day of receiving the final decision Ministry of Environment and Physical Planning
Signing of concession contract ?? from day of receiving the final decision Ministry of Environment and Physical Planning