Public sector
Public sector tenders and credit documentation
Public clients may assess suppliers' financial capacity as part of qualification requirements. A credit report may be relevant when such documentation is requested — requirements vary between competitions.
Common documentation
Tax certificate
Ordered from the Tax Administration
Annual accounts
Most recent available
Company certificate
From the Brønnøysund Register Centre
Credit report
May be relevant when financial capacity is required
Requirements vary. Always read the tender documentation carefully.
Documentation
Types of documentation that may be requested
Different clients set different requirements. Here are the most common documents and what they say.
Tax certificate
Documents that taxes and duties have been paid. Ordered from the Norwegian Tax Administration. Many public clients require a certificate issued within the last six months.
Annual accounts
Often attached as an appendix. Provides historical figures for turnover, results and equity, but is not an active credit assessment.
Credit report
May be relevant when a client requests documentation of financial capacity. Provides a combined analysis of credit score, solvency, liquidity and payment history.
Company certificate
Documents company registration information from the Brønnøysund Register Centre. Often requested alongside other documentation.
How to prepare
Prepare the documentation
Read the qualification requirements carefully
Public tender documents specify what documentation is required to qualify. Financial capacity requirements vary — always read the specification of requirements.
Obtain a tax certificate
Order a tax certificate from the Norwegian Tax Administration in good time. Check age requirements — many clients do not accept certificates older than six months.
Order a credit report if required
A credit report may be relevant when a client requests documentation of financial capacity. The report is designed for use as an attachment in such contexts.
Have annual accounts available
The latest available annual accounts are often attached as an appendix. Make sure the accounts have been submitted to the Register of Company Accounts.
Submit complete documentation
Incomplete documentation may result in the bid being rejected. Check that all required attachments are included before submission.
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