Contract variation

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          "rationale": "Need for additional works, services or supplies by the original contractor/concessionaire: Regulation 72(1)(b): Additional services\nAdditional works, services or supplies by the original contractor that have become necessary and were not included in the initial procurement, where a change of contractor-\n(i) cannot be made for economic or technical reasons such as requirements of interchangeability or interoperability with existing equipment, services or installations procured under the initial procurement, and\n(ii) would cause significant inconvenience or substantial duplication of costs for the contracting authority, provided that any increase in price does not exceed 50% of the value of the original contract.\nRegulation 72(1)(e): No substantial modification\nThe proposed modification does not alter the overall nature of the contract. The changes are necessary to address specific issues that have arisen during the contract performance, ensuring that the contract continues to meet its intended objectives effectively. The modification does not introduce elements that are substantially different from the original contract scope within the meaning of paragraph (8), thus maintaining the fundamental character of the initial agreement.\nRegulation 72(1)(f): Below the value threshold\nWhere the value of the modification is below both of the following values (a) the relevant threshold mentioned in regulation 5, and (b) 10% of the initial contract value for service and supply contracts.",
          "description": "The contract duration is extended by six months from the original end date of 31 October 2025 to 30 April 2026 for business continuity. The Termination Assistance Period option, that facilitates transition of learning to the new provision (when in place), is also being invoked.  No other changes are being made to the contract."
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