Referansebetingelser

Referansebetingelser is a Norwegian term meaning reference conditions or reference criteria. It is used in several contexts, notably in procurement, industry, and law, to describe the standards, prerequisites, or baseline conditions that apply to a process or evaluation.

In procurement and contracting, referansebetingelser are the criteria or prerequisites a bid or supplier must demonstrate to qualify for a contract. They specify minimum requirements such as prior experience, verified projects, financial capacity, safety certifications, and compliance with laws. Tender documents commonly list referansebetingelser and the documentation required to verify them (for example, contract copies, client contacts, project outcomes, or performance metrics). They may also detail how references will be evaluated and what constitutes acceptable evidence.

In technical and scientific work, referansebetingelser refers to standard or reference conditions under which measurements or tests are performed to ensure comparability. This can include defined temperatures, pressures, humidity, and specific testing procedures; standards bodies may publish these as referansebetingelser for testing.

In contract law, referansebetingelser may describe reference conditions that must be met for a clause to apply, or the reference point used for calculations, price adjustments, or performance criteria. The exact meaning depends on the context of the document.

Because the term is used across industries, precise interpretation relies on the surrounding text. For clarity, documents should explicitly define what is meant by referansebetingelser and how evidence will be assessed. See also referanser, referansekriterier, standardbetingelser.