Practice area
Public procurement & PPP

We offer comprehensive legal assistance with public procurement to both buyers and bidders. Our team of specialised lawyers is experienced in all sectors and provides support for contracts for building projects, deliveries and services. We guide our clients through the entire life cycle of a public contract, from tendering to execution. We also assist government agencies and companies in public-private partnerships (PPP) and DBFM contracts to manage complex public projects.

 

Assistance with the tendering procedure 

The tendering process is an important stage in public procurement. Caluwaerts Uytterhoeven offers custom guidance in the various facets of a tendering procedure:

  • Preparation of tender documents: we assist in the preparation of necessary tender documents and contracts for public procurement and PPP and DBFM projects.
  • Review of award reports and decisions: we check the legal validity and correctness of award reports and decisions both for buyers and bidders.
  • Assistance with claims for suspension, nullification or damages: our team assists both bidders and buyers in the context of claims for suspension or nullification of a selection or award decision, as well as in the context of claims for damages and regarding the liability of the buyer's consultants.

 

Support during the implementation phase 

Legal guidance can be essential during the execution of public contracts. We assist buyers and bidders and protect their interests through strategic and legally sound communications.

  • Disputes during execution: we assist in disputes arising during the execution of a public contract and ensure that your interests are defended in the best possible way.
  • Legal guidance in judicial or extrajudicial proceedings: we provide guidance in legal proceedings before the courts, as well as in alternative forms of dispute resolution such as binding third-party decisions, arbitration and mediation.

 

Public-private partnerships (PPP) and DBFM contracts 

Caluwaerts Uytterhoeven has extensive experience with public-private partnerships (PPP) and DBFM contracts. Cooperation between public and private partners is essential in these forms of public procurement. Our team supports both public institutions and private companies to establish clear agreements and manage legal risks in PPP and DBFM projects.

 

Your partner in public procurement & PPP 

Whether you are a buyer or a bidder, Caluwaerts Uytterhoeven offers specialised legal assistance to strengthen your position. Our team will guide you through the complex landscape of public procurement, from tender to execution. With our expertise in public procurement and PPP projects, we ensure that your projects meet the highest legal standards.

 

Do you have questions about public procurement or PPP?

To learn more about legal guidance on public procurement, public-private partnerships or one of our other practice areas such as construction law , insurance, environmental law or IP, IT & privacy law, contact our team of specialists for an initial discussion and find out how we can support you in successfully completing your public projects. Send an email to info@legaloffice.be or call 03 448 49 92.

 

Where can you find our offices? 

Caluwaerts Uytterhoeven has offices in Antwerp and Turnhout, where we provide our clients with personal and professional legal counsel. 

 

Let’s get things clear 

How can we help you?

If you would like more information, a personal conversation is the most appropriate way to do so. You can always make an appointment by phone or e-mail, or contact us directly.