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What Is the Norwegian Utilities Procurement Regulation (Forsyningsforskriften)?
This is Norwegian law. The rules for procurement within the utilities sectors, such as water, energy, transport and post.
Who follows the utilities regulation?
Entities operating in the water, energy, transport and postal sectors, including private companies holding special or exclusive rights in those sectors.
How does it differ from the FOA?
Higher thresholds, free choice between procedures, and the possibility of qualification systems through which suppliers are pre-approved for a period.
Does it apply to everything such an entity buys?
Only to purchases for the utilities activity itself. Other purchases may fall under the ordinary rules, depending on what kind of entity the buyer is.
