Glossary/Tender search

What is a

tender search

Tender search is the process of finding relevant public tenders that your business can participate in. It involves systematically searching for and monitoring opportunities to deliver goods or services to the public sector.

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Where can you find tenders?

The most important source for tender search in Norway is Doffin, the national tender portal where all public contracting authorities must publish their notices. Hundreds of new tender opportunities are posted here every month.

To conduct effective tender searches, you should:

  • Identify relevant keywords for your industry
  • Set up CPV codes for the goods or services you offer
  • Enable alerts for new tenders that match your criteria

Systematic monitoring

Instead of manually checking Doffin every day, you can use tender alerts to be notified when relevant opportunities arise. Modern tools like Cobrief can automatically scan tender portals and alert you to relevant tenders based on your company's profile and interests.

Tips for effective tender search

  • Clearly define what types of contracts you are interested in
  • Use industry-specific keywords and categories
  • Monitor both new notices and prior information notices
  • Consider using automated search tools to save time

By taking a systematic approach to tender search, you significantly increase your chances of finding and winning relevant tenders. It is not just about finding as many tenders as possible, but about identifying the opportunities where your business has the best chance of succeeding.

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