Document background
The Tender Agreement serves as the foundational document for public procurement processes in Switzerland, used when government entities or public institutions seek to purchase goods, services, or works through a competitive bidding process. It is specifically designed to comply with Swiss procurement law, including the Federal Act on Public Procurement and cantonal regulations. The document outlines the entire tender process, from submission requirements to evaluation criteria, and incorporates necessary safeguards to ensure transparency and fair competition. The Tender Agreement is particularly crucial for procurements above certain thresholds, where stricter regulations apply, and must align with both domestic requirements and Switzerland's international obligations under trade agreements.
