When you have been informed that your bid for a competitive tender has been unsuccessful, the sense of injustice can be profound – particularly if you don’t agree with the reasons given by the contracting authority. But knowing whether you have legitimate grounds to challenge the decision and how to go about doing so can be complicated. And the time limits for bringing a challenge are extremely short.
And if you’re a contracting authority, we can advise on how best to avoid being challenged and how to deal with any challenges that might arise.
Our specialist team can help you to understand the legal merits of your complaint and the commercial benefits and risks of seeking to challenge a decision. We can provide guidance and support on how best to proceed and give clear, practical advice on how to achieve the best outcome for your organisation.