What Is Finnish Market Court (Markkinaoikeus)?
This is a Finnish court. The Finnish court that handles appeals concerning public procurements.
What does the Market Court handle?
Appeals against procurement decisions and other decisions taken in a procurement, as well as applications concerning unlawful direct awards. It is the specialist first-instance court for procurement in Finland.
Does it cost anything to appeal?
Yes. The Market Court charges a court fee that varies with the value of the procurement, and the losing party may be ordered to pay the other side's legal costs. Check the current fee before filing.
Can its decisions be appealed further?
Yes, to the Supreme Administrative Court, which normally requires leave to appeal.
