Stofferingsdelen

Stofferingsdelen is a term used in procurement and contract language to refer to the portion of an offer that describes the goods or services to be provided. It represents the substantive core of a bid, detailing what is being offered beyond price, terms, and conditions.

The word stems from Danish and Norwegian-language usage, where stoffer or stoffering relates to supplying materials or goods, and delen means the part. In those contexts, stofferingsdelen is contrasted with the price section and with the general terms and conditions of the contract.

Contents typically found in stofferingsdelen include the description of the product or service, technical specifications, quantities or forecasted volumes, delivery or performance schedule, packaging and labeling, handling and storage requirements, quality standards and compliance, and any required certifications or documentation. It may also specify acceptance criteria, warranty terms, after-sales support, and references to drawings, annexes, or pilot agreements that form part of the offer.

In practice, the stofferingsdelen is evaluated for completeness, feasibility, and alignment with the buyer’s needs. It is often accompanied by separate price proposals and a terms and conditions section, with the overall tender assessed on both the substance of the offering and the financial terms. The exact scope and terminology, however, can vary by country and procurement framework.