| Oct - Nov 2008 | Register expressions of interest |
| Nov 2008 | Launch Event at BALTIC Level 1 for more information on opportunity |
| Nov 2008 | OJEU notice published |
| Nov 2008 | Pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs) issued |
| Jan 2009 | Response to PQQs |
| Mid-Feb 2009 | Longlist selected |
| Feb/Mar 2009 | Open dialogue/submit outline solutions |
| Apr 2009 | Shortlist selected |
| May 2009 | Invitation to submit detailed solutions |
| May 2010 | Detailed solutions submitted |
| October 2010 | Competitive dialogue closes |
| October 2010 | Final ITT on preferred solutions |
| December 2010 | Approval of preferred bidders |
| January 2011 | Legal partnership agreement signed |
