01. Definition
A mandatory statutory pause of at least 8 working days under Section 51 of the UK Procurement Act 2023 following a Contract Award Notice (UK6) before contract execution.
Usage in Methodology
"The 8-working-day standstill period allows unsuccessful tenderers to request debrief feedback or challenge awards."
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