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Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton Advokat KB’s public procurement team has a strong track record in the public transport, construction and infrastructure sectors, among others, advising suppliers in particular in connection with all phases of domestic and EU procurements, from initial bids through to disputes. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Sylvia Lindén leads the team. Senior associate Jens Nilsson is a key contact, with considerable experience in the transportation, construction, and infrastructure sectors, notably in relation to local and regional traffic contracts.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The public procurement team is probably the most competent and service oriented in Sweden. They offer a unique combination of legal competence and business specific understanding.’
  • ‘Sylvia Lindén has ensured a very high standard in the team's work. They are active in both the general arena and in smaller networks where their high level of knowledge shines through clearly. Sylvia has experience from both procurement in the utilities sector and the classical sector.'
  • ‘The people at this firm have a deep understanding of the construction industry and a proactive approach to mitigating legal risk. Both Sylvia Lindén and Jens Nilsson demonstrate exceptional skills in construction and public procurement law, providing fast and effective solutions. Their ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, combined with a collaborative and strategic approach, makes them invaluable advisers.’

  • ‘I have worked with Sylvia Lindén for many years. In my view, she is the best public procurement lawyer in Sweden. Besides her excellent competence she has high availability and is very service oriented. We consider her to be an important part of our tender team. I also want to mention Louise Ljöstad who also offers very appreciated contribution to our tender work.’

  • ‘Sylvia Lindén and Jens Nilsson are fantastically talented in their field. They are very committed and knowledgeable and always answer questions quickly.’

  • ‘Sylvia Lindén in particular shows great knowledge and is perceived as very trustworthy and responsible.’

  • ‘The team is highly capable in rail procurement law, and finds easy ways to describe risks in a complex contractual environment. Also they are very good at making clear what terms may be changed or not, based on past experience with customers.'

  • ‘The firm has a client-focused approach, offering personalised legal strategies to meet specific needs. The team has in-depth knowledge of the construction sector and keeps abreast of legal developments to ensure a cutting edge service.'

Key clients

  • Connect Bus Group
  • QSG Bevakning AB
  • Mohlins Bussar AB
  • Obrascon Huarte Lain (OHLA)
  • Rover Grupo
  • Bäckström Anläggning AB
  • Svenska Neoplan AB
  • Taxibil Östergötland AB
  • Ridango AS
  • Ocean Outdoor

Work highlights

  • Successfully advised OHLA during the tender phase and in connection with the first review litigation regarding the Swedish Transport Administration’s procurement of the City of Nyköping’s new Travel Center comprising a construction contract with a value of approx. SEK 1.6bn.
  • Successfully advised Mohlins Bussar AB during the tender phase of the Region of Gävleborg’s procurement of regional bus traffic in Hälsingland, concerning all scheduled bus services in Hälsingland.
  • Successfully advised Team Bäckström on three review disputes in the Administrative Court concerning Solna Municipality’s procurement related to the development within the property of Hagalund 4:10.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Sylvia Lindén

Other key lawyers

Jens Nilsson, Louise Ljöstad