Can a firm protest a procurement decision by the Borrower/ Executing Agency?
Yes. Bidders are free to send copies of their communications on outstanding issues and questions with the Borrower, to the Bank, or to write to the Bank directly. Communications received from bidders after bid opening will be examined by the Bank in consultation with the Borrower and the Bank’s review of the procurement process will not be completed until the communication is fully examined and considered. However, bidders are also informed that the period from bid opening to contract award is a confidential period and it is essential that the perception of improper interference should be avoided.
