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A framework agreement is required for a range of consultancy services. An OJEU notice is issued and candidates for the framework are selected on the basis of financial and economic standing and technical capacity - including track record and ability. Bids are then evaluated on the "most economically advantageous" basis, including quality systems and fee rates. A number of companies are included in the framework, covering the range of consultancy services required. Hourly rates for different grades of staff form part of the agreed terms. When there is a need to call-off specific services, within the framework, the contracting authority holds a mini competition with all providers capable of meeting that need for the category of services required in order to establish which company provides the "most economically advantageous" (value for money) offer for the particular mix of grades/rates required.