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What Is an Immediate Appeal (Sofortige Beschwerde, Germany)?
This is a German procurement term. The legal remedy against decisions of the procurement chamber, lodged with the procurement senate of the Higher Regional Court.
What is the sofortige Beschwerde?
The appeal against a procurement chamber's decision, lodged with the procurement senate of the Higher Regional Court within two weeks of the decision being served.
Does it stop the award?
Yes, for two weeks after the appeal period expires. The senate can extend the suspension on application.
Who can lodge it?
The applicant, the contracting authority or a bidder joined to the proceedings, if the decision is against them.
