bandi

Bandi is the plural of the Italian noun bando, a term used to designate an official public notice published by authorities or organizations. A bando announces a formal call for applications, proposals, bids, or nominations and outlines the rules that govern the process. In many contexts it serves as a legal instrument to ensure transparency and equal access in administrative or procurement procedures.

Common forms include the bando di gara, a tender notice inviting bids for goods, services, or public works; the bando di concorso, a competition notice for recruitment or admission; and the bando pubblico, a general public call for participation. These notices are typically published in official channels such as government or municipal websites, gazettes, or procurement portals.

A typical bando specifies the scope and objective of the process, eligibility criteria, required documents, submission methods, and deadlines. It also details evaluation criteria, selection procedures, and the method by which awards or admissions will be decided. In some cases, the process may include pre qualifications, interviews, or additional steps before a final decision is made. Compliance with the bando is often a prerequisite for eligibility, and failures or irregularities can lead to disputes or appeals.

In practice, bandi are used across public administration, higher education, and the private sector to promote competition, transparency, and accountability. Related terms in Italian governance include gare d’appalto (tenders) and concorsi pubblici (public competitions), and comparable concepts exist in procurement and recruitment frameworks worldwide.