Procurement Law

Dutch governments purchase more than 85 billion euros worth of supplies, services and works every year. These contracts are often put on the market through (European) tendering procedures. This makes the government market attractive to companies. However, there is usually no 'low hanging fruit'. Companies seeking to secure public contracts face procurement procedures that can be labor-intensive, require careful preparation and have an uncertain outcome.

Knowledge of recent developments in laws, regulations and case law is a must for unscathed procurement and successful tendering. Procurement law is full of formal rules that are strictly adhered to and is constantly evolving. A small formal error can result in exclusion from the procedure or eliminate the chance of winning. Asking the right questions in a timely manner can also be important for a promising bid.

For questions of advice, conducting (interlocutory) proceedings or legal guidance of (complex) procurement processes, (potential) bidders and governments can contact our procurement law specialists. Also in specific areas such as construction and real estate, public transport, healthcare, defense, energy and ICT. Our lawyers deliver customized solutions and think proactively and purposefully with you to reach the best solution.

If a dispute arises as a result of a tendering procedure, we clearly identify the opportunities and risks. Sometimes legal proceedings are unavoidable. Even in that situation, we guarantee a fast, pragmatic and targeted approach.