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Public Procurement

We advise companies and consortia throughout Greek public-procurement procedures, from review of tender documents and preparation of the bid to pre-judicial remedies, judicial protection and issues arising during contract performance.

How we can assist

Review of Tender Specifications

Meticulous analysis of requests for proposals (RFPs) to identify restrictive, biased, or unlawful criteria, ensuring fair competition.

Bid File Assembly

Comprehensive guidance on the preparation and submission of eligibility documents, technical/financial bids, and the ESPD via the E-Procurement platform (ESIDIS).

Consortia & Joint Venture Formations

Structuring and drafting joint bidding agreements and consortium charters for major public tenders.

Pre-Judicial Appeals

Preparation and support of pre-judicial appeals before the competent public-procurement authority, including challenges to tender terms, exclusions and award decisions.

Judicial Review & Injunctions

Filing petitions for suspension and annulment before the competent Administrative Courts and the Council of State (StE).

Tender Monitoring & Award Procurement

Legal representation throughout the evaluation of credentials, bid scoring, and final contract award.

Contract Administration & Execution

Providing legal counsel during contract execution, managing issues regarding change orders, delays, liquidating damages, or contractor default.

Public Sector Debt Recovery

Initiating legal actions, notices, and litigation for the collection of outstanding receivables from government agencies and public entities.

Frequently asked questions

When should tender documents be reviewed

Review should begin before bid preparation is finalised. Objections to tender terms and requests for clarification may be subject to short and mandatory deadlines.

Can an exclusion or award decision be challenged

A challenge may be available depending on the procedure, the decision, standing and the applicable deadline. The tender documents, decision and electronic notification should be reviewed immediately.

Does support continue after contract award

Legal support may continue during contract performance, including variations, delays, penalties, payment disputes and termination issues.

This information is general and does not constitute legal advice. Advice depends on the facts of each matter.

For a time-sensitive procurement matter, send the tender reference, contested act and date of notification so that the applicable deadline can be checked promptly.

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