372409-2026 - Competition
Norway – Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories – Framework agreement for protective clothes and work clothes.
OJ S 103/2026 01/06/2026
Contract or concession notice – standard regime
Supplies
1. Buyer
1.1.
Buyer
Official nameNGIR IKS
Emailbirgit.karlsen@ngir.no
Legal type of the buyerBody governed by public law
Activity of the contracting authorityGeneral public services
2. Procedure
2.1.
Procedure
TitleFramework agreement for protective clothes and work clothes.
DescriptionThe NGIR Group needs a framework agreement for the purchase of protective clothing, protective equipment and other clothing with logos. The clothing and protective equipment will be used by cleaners in and outside vehicles, at recycling stations, when handling hazardous waste and at the rest of the NGIR facility.
Procedure identifier2a1b7f67-b9c3-446c-bc78-4eb5991a7d77
Internal identifier2026/002
Type of procedureOpen
The procedure is acceleratedno
Main features of the procedureThe NGIR Group needs a framework agreement for the purchase of protective clothing, protective equipment and other clothing with a logo. The clothing and protective equipment will be used by cleaners in and outside vehicles, at recycling stations, when handling hazardous waste and at the remaining NGIR facility. This procurement is carried out in accordance with the Act of 17 June 2016 No. 73 on Public Procurement (LOA) and the Regulations of 12 August 2016 No. 974 on Public Procurement (FOA). The procurement is carried out as an open tender competition in accordance with FOA Part I and III. This procedure gives all interested suppliers the opportunity to submit offers.
2.1.1.
Purpose
Main nature of the contractSupplies
Main classification (cpv): 18100000 Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories
Additional classification (cpv): 18000000 Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories, 18110000 Occupational clothing, 18130000 Special workwear, 18140000 Workwear accessories, 18141000 Work gloves, 18200000 Outerwear, 18210000 Coats, 18220000 Weatherproof clothing, 18221000 Waterproof clothing, 18230000 Miscellaneous outerwear, 18300000 Garments, 18330000 T-shirts and shirts, 18331000 T-shirts, 18440000 Hats and headgear, 18444000 Protective headgear, 18444100 Safety headgear, 18444110 Helmets, 18800000 Footwear, 18830000 Protective footwear, 18831000 Footwear incorporating a protective metal toecap, 31521320 Torches, 35113400 Protective and safety clothing, 35113440 Reflective vests
2.1.2.
Place of performance
Country subdivision (NUTS)Vestland (NO0A2)
CountryNorway
2.1.3.
Value
Estimated value excluding VAT4 000 000,00 NOK
Maximum value of the framework agreement5 000 000,00 NOK
2.1.4.
General information
Legal basis
Directive 2014/24/EU
Anskaffelsesforskriften - This procurement is carried out in accordance with the Act of 17 June 2016 No. 73 on Public Procurement (LOA) and the Regulations of 12 August 2016 No. 974 on Public Procurement (FOA). The procurement is carried out as an open tender competition in accordance with FOA Part I and III. This procedure gives all interested suppliers the opportunity to submit a tender.
2.1.6.
Grounds for exclusion
Sources of grounds for exclusionEuropean Single Procurement Document (ESPD)NoticeProcurement Document
CorruptionIs the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a enforceable verdict has been convicted of corruption by a verdict handed down not more than five years ago, or a rejection period determined directly in the judgement that still applies? Corruption as defined in Article 3 of the Convention on Combating Corruption, Involving European Communities or European Union Member States (EUT C 195 of 25.6.1997, s. 1), and in Article 2, point 1, in the Council ́s framework decision 2003/568/RIA of 22 July 2003 on combating corruption in the private sector (EUT L 192 of 31.7.2003, p. 54). This rejection reason also includes corruption as defined in national law for the contracting authority or supplier.
FraudIs the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, at the time a legally convicted of fraud has been convicted of fraud by a verdict handed down not more than five years ago, or a rejection period determined directly in the judgement that still applies? Fraud included in Article 1 of the Convention on protection of the Financial Interests of the European Communities (EFT C 316 of 27.11.1995, p. 48).
Money laundering or terrorist financingIs the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a legal verdict has been convicted of money laundering or financing terrorism by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period set out directly in the judgement that still applies? Money laundering or financing terrorism As defined in Article 1 of the European Parliament and Council Directive 2005/60/EF of 26 October 2005 on preventive measures against the use of the financial system for money laundering and financing terrorism (EUT L 309 of 25.11.2005, p. 15).
Participation in a criminal organisationIs the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, at the time a legally convicted verdict of participation in a criminal organisation by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period set out directly in the judgement that still applies? Participation in a criminal organisation as defined in Article 2 of the Council ́s framework decision 2008/841/RIA of 24 October 2008 on control of organised crime (EUT L 300 of 11.11.2008, p. 42)
Terrorist offences or offences linked to terrorist activitiesIs the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body, or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a legal verdict has been convicted of acts of terrorism or criminal acts connected to terrorist activities by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period set out directly in the judgement that still applies? Acts of terrorism or criminal acts relating to terrorist activity as defined in Article 1 and 3 of the Council ́s framework decision 2002/475/RIA of 13 June 2002 on combating terrorism (EFT L 164, af 22.6.2002, p. 3). This rejection reason also includes incitement to, participation or attempts to commit such actions as included in Article 4 in the mentioned framework decision.
Child labour and including other forms of trafficking in human beingsIs the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a legal verdict has been convicted of child labour and other forms of human trafficking by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period determined directly in the judgement that still applies? Child labour and other forms of human trafficking as defined in Article 2 of the European Parliament and council directive 2011/36/EU of 5. 1 April 2011 on the prevention and control of human trafficking and the protection of its victims and for compensation of the Council ́s framework decision 2002/629/RIA (EUT L 101 of 15.4.2011, p. 1).
Breaching of obligations in the fields of environmental lawIs the tenderer aware of breaches of environmental provisions as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents or Article 18 (2) of Directive 2014/24/EU.
Breaching of obligations in the fields of labour lawIs the tenderer aware of breaches of provisions on working conditions as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents or Article 18 (2) of Directive 2014/24/EU.
Breaching of obligations in the fields of social lawIs the tenderer aware of breaches of provisions on social conditions as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents or Article 18 (2) of Directive 2014/24/EU.
Agreements with other economic operators aimed at distorting competitionHas the tenderer entered into agreement(s) with other tenderers with the intention of turning the competition?
Grave professional misconductHas the tenderer committed serious errors in professional practice? If relevant, see the definitions in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents.
Misrepresentation, withheld information, unable to provide required documents or obtained confidential information of this procedureHave the tenderer:a) given grossly incorrect information when notifying the information required to verify that there is no basis for rejection, or of the qualification requirements being met,b) failed to provide such information,c) subject to immediately submitting the supporting documents requested by the Contracting Authority, ord) improperly affecting the Contracting Authority's decision process to acquire confidential information that could give this an unlawful advantage in connection with competition, or negligently has given misleading information that can have a significant influence on decisions on rejection, selection or award?
Conflict of interest due to its participation in the procurement procedureAre tenderers aware of a conflict of interest as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents?
Direct or indirect involvement in the preparation of this procurement procedureHas the tenderer or an entity associated with the supplier advised the contracting authority or in another way been involved in the planning of the competition?
Early termination, damages, or other comparable sanctionsHas the tenderer committed significant breaches of contract in connection with the fulfilment of a previous public contract, a previous contract with a public contracting authority or a previous concession contract, where the breach has led to the cancellation of the contract, compensation or other similar sanctions?
Breaching of obligations set under purely national exclusion groundsThe contracting authority shall state that in Norway there are national rejection reasons. These shall be described in the procurement documents. Tenderers must respond to whether they are in one or more of the situations described in the national rejection reasons. Will the purely national rejection reasons, as stated in the relevant notice or in the procurement documents, apply?
Breaching obligation relating to payment of social security contributionsHave tenderers failed to fulfil all their social security obligations in the country where they are established and in their member state, if this is a different country than what he is established in?
Breaching obligation relating to payment of taxesHas the tenderer not fulfilled his tax and duty obligations in the country in which he is established, and in the contracting authority's member state, if this is a different country than what he is established in?
Business activities are suspendedSpecify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
BankruptcyIs the tenderer in a bankruptcy situation? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Arrangement with creditorsIs the supplier in a situation where he has been forced debt arrangement? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
InsolvencyIs the tenderer in an insolvency situation? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Assets being administered by liquidatorSpecify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Analogous situation like bankruptcy, insolvency or arrangement with creditors under national lawIs the supplier in a situation where he has been forced debt arrangement? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
5. Lot
5.1.
LotLOT-0000
TitleFramework agreement for protective clothes and work clothes.
DescriptionThe NGIR Group needs a framework agreement for the purchase of protective clothing, protective equipment and other clothing with logos. The clothing and protective equipment will be used by cleaners in and outside vehicles, at recycling stations, when handling hazardous waste and at the rest of the NGIR facility.
Internal identifier2026/002
5.1.1.
Purpose
Main nature of the contractSupplies
Main classification (cpv): 18100000 Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories
Additional classification (cpv): 18000000 Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories, 18110000 Occupational clothing, 18130000 Special workwear, 18140000 Workwear accessories, 18141000 Work gloves, 18200000 Outerwear, 18210000 Coats, 18220000 Weatherproof clothing, 18221000 Waterproof clothing, 18230000 Miscellaneous outerwear, 18300000 Garments, 18330000 T-shirts and shirts, 18331000 T-shirts, 18440000 Hats and headgear, 18444000 Protective headgear, 18444100 Safety headgear, 18444110 Helmets, 18800000 Footwear, 18830000 Protective footwear, 18831000 Footwear incorporating a protective metal toecap, 31521320 Torches, 35113400 Protective and safety clothing, 35113440 Reflective vests
Options
Description of the optionsA framework agreement shall be entered into with one supplier for the assignment. The duration of the framework agreement will be 2 years. The client shall have the option to extend the framework agreement for an additional 1+1 year, for a total maximum of 4 years.
5.1.2.
Place of performance
Country subdivision (NUTS)Vestland (NO0A2)
CountryNorway
5.1.3.
Estimated duration
Duration48 Months
5.1.4.
Renewal
Maximum renewals2
Other information about renewalsA framework agreement shall be entered into with one supplier for the assignment. The duration of the framework agreement will be 2 years. The client shall have the option to extend the framework agreement for an additional 1+1 year, for a total maximum of 4 years.
5.1.5.
Value
Estimated value excluding VAT4 000 000,00 NOK
Maximum value of the framework agreement5 000 000,00 NOK
5.1.6.
General information
Reserved participation
Participation is not reserved.
Procurement Project not financed with EU Funds.
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)yes
This procurement is also suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)no
5.1.9.
Selection criteria
Sources of selection criteriaNoticeProcurement Document
CriterionEnrolment in a trade register
Description of selection criterionREQUIREMENTS: The supplier must be a legally established company. DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS: Norwegian suppliers: • Company certificate. For Norwegian suppliers, the client obtains a company certificate from the Brønnøysund Register. Norwegian suppliers must therefore not submit a company certificate. Foreign suppliers: • Documentation showing that the supplier is registered in the trade register or business register in accordance with the legislation of the country where the supplier is established.

CriterionOther economic or financial requirements
Description of selection criterionREQUIREMENTS: The supplier must have the financial strength to be able to fulfill the contract. DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS: Documented credit rating from a publicly approved credit rating agency. The credit rating must not be older than 3 months from the tender deadline, and must be based on the latest approved annual accounts. If the supplier is not creditworthy, or the credit limit is below NOK 250,000, the credit rating must be supplemented with other documentation. If the supplier does not meet the qualification requirement through the above-mentioned documentation, other documentation that the client finds suitable to document economic and financial capacity may be accepted, such as a parent company guarantee or other guarantee/security. The Client reserves the right to obtain the Supplier's annual accounts including notes with the Board and Audit Report from 2023, 2024 and 2025. The Client reserves the right to conduct a credit rating from a publicly approved credit rating company.

CriterionReferences on specified deliveries
Description of selection criterionREQUIREMENTS: The supplier must have experience from relevant deliveries. Relevant deliveries mean the delivery of protective equipment and protective clothing class 3. DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS: A description of the supplier's up to 3 most relevant assignments from the last 3 years. The supplier must document compliance by completing the attached template for reference descriptions. See Appendix 3 – Reference descriptions.

CriterionMeasures for ensuring quality
Description of selection criterionREQUIREMENTS: The supplier must have a documented quality assurance system. DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS: A brief description of the supplier's quality assurance methods. If the supplier is certified in accordance with ISO 9001 or equivalent quality assurance certifications, it is sufficient to attach a copy of a valid certificate.

CriterionEnvironmental management measures
Description of selection criterionREQUIREMENTS: The supplier must have a documented environmental management system. DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS: A brief description of the supplier's environmental system. If the supplier is certified by a public certification body (EMAS, Miljøfyrtårn, ISO 14001, or other recognized environmental management system/standard), it is sufficient to attach a copy of a valid certificate.
5.1.10.
Award criteria
Criterion
TypePrice
NamePrice
DescriptionAWARD CRITERIA: Price: The award criterion "price" is evaluated based on the evaluation sum that appears from Appendix 3 Appendix 1. DOCUMENTATION: The supplier must submit the following: Completed Appendix 3 Appendix 1 - Price form. Prices must be stated in NOK and excl. VAT.
Category of award weight criterionWeight (percentage, exact)
Award criterion number45
Criterion
TypeQuality
NameQuality
DescriptionAWARD CRITERIA: The award criterion "Quality" will be assessed based on a comprehensive assessment of the following elements: Quality and fit: The client experiences that there is a need for a wide variation in sizes and fit for both workwear and footwear. The supplier is asked to describe the extent to which the offered products can be adapted to each individual user. The following will be evaluated and emphasized positively: - Good adjustment options on relevant garments that take into account different body shapes (adjustable legs, different leg lengths, adjustable waists, etc.) - Possible solutions for adapting safety shoes that take into account different foot arches for the best possible ergonomics. An example could be a good selection of insoles. The possibility of obtaining specially adapted shoes according to the user's medical certificate will also be evaluated. - Other solutions that contribute to the best possible fit. Product samples: NGIR will further assess the perceived quality and suitability of the products for their intended use via submitted product samples. A comprehensive assessment will be made of, among other things: - Perceived comfort - Functionality DOCUMENTATION: The supplier shall deliver the following: Quality and fit: - Appendix 2 - Supplier's solution description point 3. Product samples: - Summer shoes in size 39 for women and 44 for men (Appendix 3 Appendix 1 point 1.1) - Summer trousers in size M for women and men (Appendix 3 Appendix 1 point 1.7) - T-shirt (class 3) in size M (Appendix 3 Appendix 1 point 1.8) - Hooded jacket in size M (Appendix 3 Appendix 1 point 1.10) - Fleece sweatshirts in size M (Appendix 3 Appendix 1 point 1.11) - Softshell jacket in size M for women and men (Appendix 3 Appendix 1 point 1.12) - Winter trousers in size M for women and men (Appendix 3 appendix 1 point 2.9) - Winter jacket in size M for women and men (Appendix 3 appendix 1 point 2.10) The supplier is requested to send with a return slip so that the samples can be returned. NGIR will not return the samples without a return slip. Samples must be sent to: Nordhordland and Gulen Interkommunale Renovasjonsselskap IKS by Birgit Karlsen Lindåsvegen 1260, 5956 Hundvin
Category of award weight criterionWeight (percentage, exact)
Award criterion number25
Criterion
TypeQuality
NameClimate and environmental inspections
DescriptionAWARD CRITERIA: The award criterion "Climate and environmental considerations" will be assessed based on the following elements: The client will emphasize whether the product is labeled with the Nordic Swan Ecolabel or a similar type 1 ecolabel (regulated in the ISO14024 standard). Similar ecolabels are, for example, GOTS, Blue Angel, Good Environmental Choice, EU Ecolabel, Milieukeur, Green Product Mark or NF Environnement. These ecolabels, as well as other similar ecolabels, will give a full score in the evaluation (10 points). Other less relevant or comprehensive ecolabels will give a lower score. Økotex Made in Green and similar ecolabels will give 6 points, and Fairtrade, Cotton Made in Africa (CMiA), Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), Økotex 100, organically labeled product, Greenguard and similar ecolabels will give 3 points. When calculating points for this criterion, the scores achieved for the individual products will be multiplied by the estimated volume stated in column "K" in the price form, and summed up. Climate and environmental considerations will be evaluated for Appendix 3 Appendix 1 points 1, 2 and 4. DOCUMENTATION: The supplier must deliver the following: The supplier must fill in the eco-label in column "N" in Appendix 3 Appendix 1 - Price form points 1, 2 and 4 if the product is eco-labeled. The name of the eco-label must be stated, and either a valid license number must be stated or a valid certificate/license certificate must be attached. If a license number is stated, it must be possible to search for the license number on the Environmental Agency's website to check that it is valid. Ecolabels where it is sufficient to state a valid license number are: - Nordic Ecolabel - EU Ecolabel - Good Environmental Choice - GOTS - Økotex 100 - Økotex Made in Green For the Blue Angel, a certificate/license must be provided, because it is not possible to apply for a license number on the Blue Angel website. For other ecolabels, the supplier must investigate before submitting an offer whether it is possible to check a possible license number on the ecolabel's website. If this is not possible, documentation must be provided. Suppliers who offer products with ecolabels other than those specified in the award criteria have the legal responsibility to document that their ecolabels can be seen as equivalent to the ecolabels specified in the award criteria.
Category of award weight criterionWeight (percentage, exact)
Award criterion number30
5.1.11.
Procurement documents
Languages in which the procurement documents are officially availableNorwegian
Deadline for requesting additional information24/06/2026 10:00:00 (UTC+00:00) Western European Time, GMT
Address of the procurement documentshttps://permalink.mercell.com/284878737.aspx
5.1.12.
Terms of procurement
Terms of submission
Electronic submissionRequired
Address for submissionhttps://permalink.mercell.com/284878737.aspx
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submittedNorwegian
Electronic catalogueNot allowed
VariantsNot allowed
Tenderers may submit more than one tenderAllowed
Deadline for receipt of tenders01/07/2026 10:00:00 (UTC+00:00) Western European Time, GMT
Duration during which the tender must remain valid91 Days
Information about public opening
Opening date01/07/2026 10:00:00 (UTC+00:00) Western European Time, GMT
Terms of contract
The execution of the contract must be performed within the framework of sheltered employment programmesNo
Conditions relating to the performance of the contractSee the tender documentation part II.
A non-disclosure agreement is requiredno
Electronic invoicingRequired
Electronic ordering will be usedno
Electronic payment will be usedyes
Financial arrangementSee the tender documentation part II.
5.1.15.
Techniques
Framework agreement
Framework agreement, without reopening of competition
Maximum number of participants1
Information about the dynamic purchasing system
No dynamic purchase system
5.1.16.
Further information, mediation and review
Review organisationHordaland tingrett
Information about review deadlines: In accordance with the procurement documents, the Procurement Act and the procurement regulations.
Organisation providing more information on the review proceduresHordaland tingrett
8. Organisations
8.1.
ORG-0001
Official nameNGIR IKS
Registration number856167402
Postal addressLindåsvegen 1260,
TownHundvin
Postcode5956
Country subdivision (NUTS)Vestland (NO0A2)
CountryNorway
Contact pointBirgit Furseth Karlsen
Emailbirgit.karlsen@ngir.no
Telephone90683484
Roles of this organisation
Buyer
8.1.
ORG-0002
Official nameHordaland tingrett
Registration number935 364 906
Postal addressPostboks 7412
TownBergen
Postcode5020
Country subdivision (NUTS)Vestland (NO0A2)
CountryNorway
Roles of this organisation
Review organisation
Organisation providing more information on the review procedures
Notice information
Notice identifier/version0f8aa600-5013-47cf-bfcd-272cfbd196e7  -  01
Form typeCompetition
Notice typeContract or concession notice – standard regime
Notice subtype16
Notice dispatch date29/05/2026 10:47:37 (UTC+00:00) Western European Time, GMT
Notice dispatch date (eSender)29/05/2026 10:57:52 (UTC+00:00) Western European Time, GMT
Languages in which this notice is officially availableEnglish
Notice publication number372409-2026
OJ S issue number103/2026
Publication date01/06/2026