Local rail passenger transport (SPNV)

Local rail passenger transport (SPNV)

High-quality and reliable local rail passenger transport (SPNV) is an important precondition for the successful modernisation of the transport sector. Conducting competitive tender procedures for regional rail passenger transport services not only ensures that funds are used most efficiently. They can also be set up in such a manner that high-quality bids will prevail. Secure legal advice will ensure that contracts are concluded that set incentives for providing high quality services. BBG und Partner have been advising on procurement procedures nationwide for more than 20 years. In addition to the necessary expertise in public procurement law and contract drafting, we are always up to date on the particularities of regional passenger transport and rail transport. This enables us to help public authorities responsible for regional rail passenger transport conduct economically successful procedures. We are familiar with the issues that regularly arise during the implementation of transport contracts, be it the consequences of new market conditions such as additional competition from long-distance bus services or different interpretations of contractual provisions. Should such issues spark legal disputes, we have the competence and experience required to best represent the interests of our clients in such proceedings and in conciliation and arbitration proceedings.

BBG und Partner support their clients in:

  • the preparation of procurement procedures for regional rail passenger transport services
  • the preparation or review of tender documents, e.g. notices, drafting contracts, service specifications, etc.
  • the development of measures to support vehicle financing
  • the implementation of procurement procedures, e.g. responses to queries and complaints from bidders or reviews and evaluation of bids
  • legally compliant documentation of procurement procedures
  • representation in review proceedings before the public procurement chambers and public procurement tribunals
  • amendments of existing contracts for local public passenger transport services; and in
  • disputes arising during contract implementation, including legal representation in court or representation in conciliation and arbitration proceedings.