Construction, Public Procurement and Tendering Law

LEX has long been involved in large-scale construction projects in collaboration with the country’s leading public authorities and engineering firms, as well as various contractors and other advisors. The firm has extensive experience in providing counsel on disputes that may arise in connection with both the execution of public procurement procedures and the performance of contracts, representing clients before courts, arbitration tribunals, and the Public Procurement Complaints Commission.

The firm’s attorneys have pursued numerous cases on behalf of companies that believe their rights have been infringed in connection with public procurement concerning goods, services, and works. They have also defended public entities in similar cases.

LEX’s experienced team of attorneys offers advice on all aspects of construction projects, including the preparation of tender documents and construction contracts, as well as the resolution of disputes—whether through negotiation or before the courts.

LEX’s arbitration law specialists work closely with the firm’s experts in construction and procurement law to ensure a favorable outcome for any disputes that may arise.

LEX provides comprehensive guidance in drafting tender documents and manages disputes before the Public Procurement Complaints Commission and the courts, should uncertainties or potential breaches of public procurement rules occur. Furthermore, the firm advises on the preparation of construction contracts, protecting clients’ interests in disputes related to contract settlements and project execution. LEX also handles disputes before the courts and arbitration tribunals concerning construction contracts, in addition to issuing legal opinions regarding the legal status within these areas.

In its work in the aforementioned fields, LEX has provided counsel to Nýs Landspítali ohf. as well as to the largest engineering firms and energy companies in Iceland, in addition to numerous public entities.