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Public procurement

CMS Kluge

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Praised for its ‘unmatched expertise in procurement law’, the team at CMS Kluge is routinely instructed by contracting authorities and suppliers to advise on all phases of public procurement processes. Alf Amund Gulsvik and Stian Hultin Oddbjørnsen jointly lead the team; Gulsvik advises government departments and agencies on contracting issues and contentious procurement matters, while Oddbjørnsen attracts praise for his ’substantial’ IT procurement expertise, a core pillar of work for the team. Anne Buan, who is ‘a star in everything she does’, is another key individual here. Managing partner Bjørnar Alterskjær has a broad practice that spans public procurement and state aid issues, acting for governmental entities and national businesses.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘CMS Kluge, a prominent player in the IT and procurement industry, boasts unique qualities that distinguish it from competitors. Notably, Stian Oddbjørnsen, a key figure within CMS Kluge, brings substantial expertise to the IT procurement arena, consistently delivering efficient and effective solutions.’

  • ‘CMS Kluge and Anne Buan in particular have demonstrated a deep understanding of public procurement regulation and best practices in the field. Anne is pragmatic, easy to collaborate with and solution-oriented.’

  • ‘I have collaborated with CMS Kluge for several years. There is a reason why I have chosen to return to them time and time again. And that's because at CMS Kluge you get skilled and expert resources who always give that little extra to assist you in matters.'

  • 'Experts in public procurement.’

  • ‘I have worked with Anne Buan, and she is a star in everything she does. She has extremely high standards of advice, especially in IT procurement in the public sector and in contract law. Even though she is the best in her field, she is also a team player and brings out the best in her team. She will lead you to victory.’

  • ‘Their deep expertise in public procurement laws, innovative use of technology, and collaboration make them stand out in the field. Their client-centric approach and dedication to client success set them apart compared to other firms. I recommend their services to anyone seeking top-tier legal expertise in public procurement.’

  • ‘Their team members exhibit unmatched expertise in procurement laws, dedication to clients' goals, and finding solutions to complex problems. Their responsiveness and client-centric approach genuinely make them stand out. I've personally had the pleasure of working with Anne Buan who is outstanding.’

  • ‘Fredrik Aadahl was extremely precise in his legal work, with a great understanding of our field of work and how case law would apply to our specific case. He exuded calmness and confidence which was very reassuring during the process.'

Key clients

  • Norsk Nukleær Dekommisjonering (Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning)
  • AtB
  • Veidekke Entreprenør
  • Betonmast
  • Norske Tog
  • Grupo Aldesa
  • Bane NOR SF
  • Ruter
  • AF-Gruppen
  • Mesta
  • Kruse Smith Entreprenør
  • Oslo Municipality
  • Sykehusinnkjøp HF
  • Multiconsult
  • The Norwegian Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries
  • Hafslund Oslo Celsio
  • Kolumbus

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Bjørnar Alterskjær
Expertise in public procurement and state aid matters. EU law, EEA law, State aid law, Competition law, Public procurement law, free movement of goods, services, labour and capital, business law. Bjørnar has been Deputy Director of the legal department in the EFTA Surveillance Authority and was also for an extended period Acting Director of the department. He has outstanding experience in litigation before the EFTA and the EU Courts, having represented the EFTA Surveillance Authority in over 20 cases in almost all fields of law covered by the EEA Agreement and the EU treaties. Several of the cases concerned questions within the field of state aid and public procurement. He has also worked extensively with questions pertaining to the free movement of goods, services, labour and capital, in addition to the rules on establishment, competition law, labour law and financial services. Further he has acted as Hearing Officer for competition cases in the EFTA Surveillance Authority. Alterskjær has been Manging Partner in Kluge since 2018.
Alf Amund Gulsvik
One of Norway’s leading procurement lawyers. Spesialices in procurement law, contract law, as well as dispute resolution.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Anne Buan
Specialises in large IT- and technology procurment projects and public procurement law.  
Stian Hultin Oddbjørnsen
Specialises within ICT/tech law (with focus on IT contracts), privacy law, general contract law, public procurement, intellectual property rights and administrative law/public law.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Alf Amund Gulsvik, Stian Hultin Oddbjørnsen

Other key lawyers

Bjørnar Alterskjær, Fredrik Aadahl, Anne Buan

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