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What Is Rejection of Bids and Suppliers (Avvisning, Norway)?
This is a Norwegian procurement term. The decision to exclude a supplier or a bid from the competition because a requirement is not met or a ground for rejection applies.
What are the grounds for rejection?
Either the supplier does not meet the qualification requirements or an exclusion ground applies, or the bid itself contains material deviations, arrives late or does not follow the required form.
Does the buyer have to give reasons?
Yes. The supplier must be notified of the rejection and the reasons as soon as possible, so it can challenge the decision.
Can a rejection be challenged?
Yes, by complaining to the buyer, taking the matter to KOFA, or bringing court proceedings. A rejection on a formal ground that was not material is a common basis for complaints.
