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The design development protocol for PFI schemes - Revision 1

This guidance sets out an agreed approach to the design development process and focuses on the information that is required to be generated, shared and finalised between the Trust and bidders at each stage of the PFI Process up until Financial Close. Observance of the Protocol is mandatory for Trusts who envisage PFI procurement and for Foundation Trusts who require a 'Deed of Safeguard'' from the Secretary of State for Health. A review of the guidance against the new EU Competitive Dialogue procedures is required.