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Procurement evaluation & award · Working

Consensus scoring

Also called: moderated scoring

ELI5

A process in which evaluators agree a final score after individual assessment.

Used in conversation

“Keep consensus scoring on the dashboard, but show the definition and reporting period beside it.”

Pitch context

You will see “Consensus scoring” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches procurement evaluation & award.

Why it matters: In procurement evaluation & award, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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