tarjouskierrosta

Tarjouskierros is a term used in Finnish procurement and tendering to describe a phase in which contracting authorities invite additional or revised bids from bidders after the initial bids have been submitted and evaluated. The purpose of a tarQouskierros is to enhance competition, clarify ambiguous terms, or obtain more favorable terms and conditions for the contracting authority.

In practice, the process involves the contracting authority communicating its requirements, questions, or clarifications to the bidders. Bidders may then adjust their offers or submit best and final offers (BAFO) within a defined time frame. Depending on the rules of the procedure, more than one bid round can be conducted, and the authority may reopen negotiations or request clarified pricing, technical explanations, or alternative solutions.

Tarjouskierros is commonly used in public procurement, especially for large or complex contracts in areas such as construction, IT, or professional services. It can occur in open or restricted procedures, and is often associated with negotiated procedures where detailed discussions are allowed. The round must be conducted in accordance with procurement laws and principles, including transparency, equal treatment, proportionality, and non-discrimination.

Critically, tarQouskierros can improve value but also extend the procurement timeline and increase administrative burden. If not carefully governed, it may raise concerns about fairness or lead to perceived or actual unequal treatment of bidders. Best practices emphasize clear rules for when rounds may occur, how information is shared, strict timelines, and documentation of the decision-making process.