Preparation of a tender often requires specialist knowledge

Preparing a tender requires a thorough knowledge of the subject or service it will apply to. The contracting authority does not always have it – especially if the procedure is complicated or concerns innovative industries or innovative solutions. In such situations, it is worth taking advantage of preliminary market consultations, described in the Act on Public Procurement Law.

"Consultation with experts is an important element in the preparation of a tender, they are beneficial, especially…