Acting for a number of public authorities, Schramm Öhler Rechtsanwälte expanded its network in Austria with the opening of an office in Linz in June 2023, and has continued to provide advice on tendering processes for PPPs and outsourcing projects and subsequent representation in challenges brought by unsuccessful bidders. Key partners in the practice include founding partners Johannes Schramm and Matthias Öhler, in addition to Georg Zellhofer, Gregor Stickler, Andreas Gföhler, Hannes Pesendorfer, Christian Gruber and Michael Weiner, who between them handle procurement proceedings for transport and healthcare projects.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Schramm Öhler gives us the feeling of being a partner, not just a client. The size of the firm and its network, as well as its experience allows Schramm Öhler to support its clients with advice that is not always readily accessible.'

  • 'I think the most valuable aspects of the cooperation with SÖR is the combination of their great expertise, extremely good availability and the use of their expertise to find the most appropriate and suitable solution based on their expertise and knowledge.'

  • 'The cooperation with Michael Weiner and his team is always friendly and respectful. Combined with rapid communication channels, they provide an excellent service. It would be hard to find others providers offering the same constantly high level of service on a long-term basis.'

  • 'All team members have a profound knowledge of legal matters, the partners are absolute top public procurement specialists.'

  • 'As well as being an absolute expert in public procurement, Christian Gruber supplies us with helpful information on important developments. We can rely on him to process our requests thoroughly and on time. He understands our needs and we feel safe following his advice.'

  • 'Mr. Pesendorfer has outstanding expertise and a remarkable set of negotiation skills. One of his standout qualities is finding effective solutions.'

  • 'Johannes Schramm and Matthias Öhler are amongst the leading experts in public procurement law. Having worked with Hannes Pesendorfer a lot, I really appreciate his responsiveness and ability to evaluate issues fast and give precise advice. No matter the situation, Hannes finds a solution.'

  • 'The team is characterised by a number of specialists who are able to provide clients first class public procurement advice. The firm is able to provide their clients with continuity, stability and security. The diversity of projects handled underscores Schramm Öhler's expertise.'

Key clients

  • Nationalparks Austria
  • Lower Austrian Economic Chamber
  • Raumposition OG
  • Kuratorium Wiener Pensionisten-Wohnhäuser
  • Austrian General Pension Insurance Authority
  • art + event | Theaterservice Graz GmbH
  • Österreichische Gesundheitskasse
  • Federal Ministry of Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection
  • City of Vienna – Municipal Department 56 – Schools
  • City of Vienna – Municipal Department 25 – Technical Urban Renewal
  • University of Vienna
  • City of Sankt Pölten and City of Wiener Neustadt
  • The Austrian National Public Health Institute

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Johannes Schramm, Matthias Öhler, Georg Zellhofer, Gregor Stickler, Andreas Gföhler, Hannes Pesendorfer, Christian Gruber, Michael Weiner