Article 3
1. On the basis of the tenders received: - supply contracts shall be awarded to tenderers whose tenders indicate the lowest amounts, or, where appropriate, in case of equal tenders, the awarding is done by drawing of lots, - no contract shall be awarded, in particular where tenders submitted specify prices in excess of those normally applying on the market. 2. Within five working days following the closing date for the submission of tenders, the Commission shall inform all tenderers of the outcome of their tenders by written telecommuniciation. Where appropriate, the successful tenderer shall be notified forthwith of the award by written telecommunication.