The public sector is arguably the largest purchaser – so transparent procedures that let suppliers compete fairly are essential. We will prepare robust tender conditions and streamline your processes to deliver the result you want while minimising the risk of disputes. We will also advise on the right legal strategy and how to prepare effectively to significantly increase your chances of success.

Services

We advise both contracting authorities and bidders.

For contracting authorities

• Drafting tender conditions and contract documents, including real-estate lease procurements

• Advice during procedures (responses to bidders’ questions and challenges)

• Participation in bid evaluation and negotiations

• Representation in disputes and before public authorities

• Advice on contract performance/management issues

• Advice on classification questions (whether an entity qualifies as a contracting authority)

For bidders (suppliers)

• Preparing and refining bids

• Advice on framing questions to contracting authorities

• Drafting complaints and appeals to contracting authorities and the Public Procurement Office

• Representation in negotiations and contract finalisation

• Representation in disputes against contracting authorities