Guides & Checklists
Practical step-by-step guides for all phases of public procurement
Procurement Process
6 GuidesCreating a Participation Request
How to create a compelling participation request for two-stage procurement procedures.
Forming a Bidding Consortium
When and how to form a bidding consortium – legal basics, agreements, and practical tips.
Finding Your First Tender
Getting started with public tenders – where to search, what to look for, and how Patterno helps.
Understanding Tender Documents
What are tender documents, how are they structured, and what should you pay special attention to?
Guide to Below-Threshold Procurement
What applies to procurements below EU thresholds – UVgO, VOB/A, and the key rules.
Participating in Framework Agreements
What framework agreements are, how they work, and how to apply successfully.
Bidding Phase
4 GuidesHow to Write a Tender Bid
Step-by-step guide for writing your first public tender bid – from analysis to submission.
Creating a Bid Calculation
How to build a solid calculation for public tenders – covering cost structure, markups, and review steps.
Bid Submission Checklist
The ultimate checklist before bid submission – so no formal error jeopardizes your award.
How to Read a Bill of Quantities
How to decode a bill of quantities – structure, line items, and common pitfalls.
Qualification
4 GuidesProving Eligibility Criteria
What eligibility evidence contracting authorities require and how to compile it correctly.
Applying for Prequalification
How to apply for prequalification and simplify eligibility evidence for every tender.
Preparing Professional References
How to present references convincingly and meet public procurement requirements.
Eligibility Check Checklist
Systematically check whether you meet all eligibility requirements of a tender.
Special Topics
6 GuidesBidding on EU Tenders
The path to successful EU tender applications – from TED to electronic submission.
VOB Tender: Creating a Bid
Specifics of construction tenders under VOB – from calculation to submission.
Winning IT Tenders
Specifics of public IT tenders – EVB-IT contracts, concept evaluation, and practical tips.
Understanding Open House Procedures
What Open House procedures are, when they are used, and how to participate.
Initiating a Review Procedure
When and how to initiate a review before the procurement chamber – deadlines, process, and costs.
Guide to Procurement Documentation
How to maintain your own procurement documentation as a bidder – for traceability and legal protection.