How many times can clarification of a decline be requested?

Look, in the roll of public tenders, clarifications are not just a boring procedure: they are the difference between putting the leg and presenting a decent offer. Basically, if a company has doubts (and believe me, there are always doubts), you can raise your hand and ask what you need about the tender. The clarifications about a decline - or, when you ask why the hell you have to lower prices - are key not to end up committing to something unsustainable just for not understanding the terms well.

Now, the rules change according to El País (you know, every government with its own show), so there is no magical figure of how many times you can ask for clarifications. But, in general, as long as you do not pass from the Deadline and do not want to change the rules of the game, you can ask what is needed. Of course, do not abuse, because if you start to dizzy the partridge, they can look bad.

Of course, you have to do well: the questions have to be clear, direct and about concrete things. Nothing to walk through the branches. Organisms that carry the tender usually have their own method to respond, and usually take their time, but comply.

A very important point: the clarifications are not to change your offer after delivering it, huh. They are to clear doubts before, not to stay as the meme of the confused puppy when there is no turning back. If you want to take advantage of this tool, think seriously and use it to polish your proposal.

My advice: Don't be shy, ask everything you need as long as it is before the deadline. And keep good communication with the people of the hiring agency. That helps a lot to find out any last minute change and avoid unpleasant surprises.

So, in summary: the number of clarifications depends on the local law, but if you have doubts, ask before the call closes. Do it with a head and professionalism, and use those answers to refine your offer. In the end, it is better to be heavy to ask than to regret.