How will this affect contracts where the value equals or exceeds EU (European Union)thresholds?
If the value of a contract exceeds EU thresholds, EU directives stipulate the questions that can be asked at pre-qualification stage. However the Council will make explicit in OJEU (Official Journal of the European Union) Contract Notices that a successful contractor will be required to comply with additional questions pertaining to equal opportunities in relation to gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation and age. How will this affect clauses included in contracts? The following standard clause covering equalities will be included in all contracts for services. The contract clause covers both contractors and sub-contractors and their obligations under current UK legislation covering gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation and age. “Throughout the duration of this Agreement the Contractor shall, and in addition shall ensure that its sub-contractors shall: – discharge their obligations under this Agreement and (supply the Works and perform Services) in acco
