Standstill Period
As Gaeilge: Tréimhse Sos
Also known as: Alcatel Period
Last reviewed April 2026
A mandatory 14-day wait between award decision and contract signing, so unsuccessful bidders can challenge.
A mandatory waiting period (minimum 14 calendar days) between notifying tenderers of the contract award decision and signing the contract. Allows unsuccessful bidders to challenge the decision. Required for above-threshold contracts under Irish and EU law.