Contracting authorities and suppliers regularly turn to Wiersholm for assistance with complex public procurement matters, acting on matters regarding suppliers contesting public tender decisions. Practice head Morten Goller is engaged by domestic and international clients on public procurement litigation. Also in the core team are Thomas Naalsund, who has notable proficiency in contentious matters at the intersection of the energy sector and public procurement; Stephan Jervell, who takes point on work at the nexus of state aid and public procurement issues; and Oda Hellenes Ekre, who focuses on actions against contracting authorities.
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‘Excellent legal expertise combined with good commercial understanding. Quick attention and follow-up.’
‘They listen carefully and make sure to understand the full case before giving legal advice.’
'Partner Morten Goller possesses extraordinary knowledge and understanding of all aspects of public procurement rules, including the practical sides of both the tendering and procurement processes. He has an in-depth knowledge of all relevant judgments and decisions in Norway and the EU. Morten also exhibits a profound understanding of the client's business needs. His expertise in public procurement and dispute resolution is unmatched. Beyond his legal acumen, he is known for his approachable and down-to-earth demeanour.'
Key clients
- JCDecaux Norge AS
- Maskinentreprenørenes forbund
- Ion Beam Applications S.A.
- Hurtigruten Group AS
- The Ministry of Energy
- BMO Tunnelsikring AS
- Veidekke Entreprenør AS
- Veidekke Industri AS
- Skanska Norge AS
- Boreal Norge AS
Work highlights
- Represented Boreal Sjø AS in an interim injunction against Kolumbus AS regarding a claim to cancel the tender procedure regarding operating the Utsira Ferry connection.
- Advised the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy on its first offshore wind projects, including preparing the competition rules, selection and award criteria.
- Represented Veidekke Entreprenør AS in an action regarding a claim for Oslobygg to reverse the decision to award AF Gruppen AS the contract for the construction of Bjørvika School.
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Practice head
Morten Goller
Other key lawyers
Thomas Naalsund; Stephan Jervell; Oda Hellenes Ekre