Luxembourg Awards €16.5 Million IT Consulting Contracts to Support the Unified Patent Court Digital Infrastructure
23 Oct 2025
luxembourg - 16 October 2025 Leading technology and consulting firms in Luxembourg and Europe have been granted a number of IT consulting and support service contracts totalling €16.5 million by the Centre des technologies de l'information de l'État (CTIE). Enhancing the Unified Patent Court's (UPC) digital infrastructure is the goal of the framework agreement "CTIE/JUB25 - Accord-cadre en matière de service de consultance IT pour la Juridiction unifiée du brevet (JUB)". The contracts, which were signed on September 19, 2025, will offer technical coordination, IT project management, and support services to guarantee that UPC's technological systems run effectively across jurisdictions.The scope and arrangement of the contractsThree major lots comprise the framework: Lot 1: Functional Analysis and IT Project Management Deloitte Tax & Consulting S.à r.l., INTECH S.A., DSI Lux S.A., CGI Luxembourg S.A., PwC S.C., Sopra Steria PSF Luxembourg, Groupe Open PSF Luxembourg, and EDDA Luxembourg S.A. were the winners. Lot 2: IT Operations and Technical Coordination The winners are NSI Luxembourg PSF S.A., Halian Sàrl, NDBSoft Sàrl, Sopra Steria PSF Luxembourg, and DSI Lux S.A. Lot 3: Support Services and IT Technician DSI Lux S.A., ARHS Developments S.A., Halian Sàrl, Sopra Steria PSF Luxembourg, Groupe Open PSF Luxembourg, NDBSoft Sàrl, NSI Luxembourg PSF S.A., and NTT Data Spain SLU were the winners.From project management to strategic consultation to direct technical assistance, each lot covers a varying degree of IT proficiency, guaranteeing ongoing digital operations for the systems of the Unified Patent Court.Procurement and EvaluationAccording to EU Directive 2014/24/EU, the tender was evaluated using 100% quality-price criteria and was carried out through an open method. Lot 1 and Lot 3 received eight tenders in all, while Lot 2 received five. The contracts are covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) but are not funded by EU monies. Under the supervision of the Luxembourg administrative jurisdiction, the CTIE served as both the contract signatory and the purchasing entity.Strategic Importance for the Unified Patent CourtWith the backing of the Unified Patent Court's IT infrastructure, a vital component of Europe's intellectual property protection system, this framework agreement enhances Luxembourg's position as a technology centre for European judicial cooperation. The chosen vendors will offer complete services, such as: Project analysis and IT governance Infrastructure and software assistance UPC system maintenance and troubleshooting Technical cooperation between IT and judicial agencies The project guarantees the modernisation, continuity, and security of the UPC's digital services, which make it easier for participating EU member states to manage patent cases.Concerning the Contracting AuthorityThe Government IT Centre of Luxembourg, known as the CTIE (Centre des technologies de l'information de l'État), is in charge of creating and managing e-government platforms and digital infrastructure for the public sector. The organisation is essential to the digital transformation of Luxembourg's host ministries and European institutions.Final ThoughtsLuxembourg continues to show its dedication to innovation, digital governance, and European judicial efficiency by giving these IT consulting and support contracts to a variety of regional SMEs and global IT experts.The strategic value of digital resilience and interoperability in Europe's legal and administrative systems is highlighted by CTIE's partnership with the Unified Patent Court under this €16.5 million agreement.Tags:#Luxembourg, #UnifiedPatentCourt, #ContractAward, #CTIE, #ITConsulting, #LuxembourgTenders #Sopra Steria, #Deloitte Luxembourg, #NTT Data, #CGI Luxembourg, #PwC, #Groupe Open, #ARHS Developments, #IT procurement, #government contracts, #awarded tenders, #digital transformation, #e-government, #procurement news, #technology services.
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European Investment Bank Awards €28 Million Office Furniture Framework to Tertia Solutions and Burotrend
13 Oct 2025
Luxembourg - September 19, 2025: The European Investment Bank (EIB) has awarded a €28 million framework agreement for the supply of office furniture to Tertia Solutions Sàrl and Burotrend S.A., two Luxembourg-based companies. The contract, published in the Official Journal of the European Union (Notice No. 613528-2025), will provide modern office furnishings for EIB’s headquarters in Luxembourg and its offices abroad over the next four years.Contract OverviewThe tender, identified as CFT-1765, covers the supply, delivery, and installation of office furniture to support the EIB’s evolving workspace needs. The framework agreement, valued at up to €28 million (excluding VAT), was signed on July 18, 2025, following an open procurement procedure conducted under Directive 2014/24/EU.The framework is designed with the possibility of reopening competition among the selected suppliers for specific orders during its four-year term. In total, eight tenders were received, demonstrating strong competition in Luxembourg’s premium office furniture market.Winning Suppliers: Tertia Solutions and BurotrendThe EIB selected Tertia Solutions Sàrl, headquartered in Livange, and Burotrend S.A., based in Contern, as the successful bidders. Both companies are Luxembourg SMEs recognized for their expertise in corporate workspace design, ergonomic furniture, and sustainable interior solutions. Tertia Solutions Sàrl (B209239) – Specializes in high-quality office fit-out projects and turnkey furnishing services for corporate clients across Luxembourg. Burotrend S.A. (B21883) – A leading supplier and distributor of office furniture, representing top European brands known for innovation and comfort in workspace design. The partnership reflects EIB’s strategy of engaging local suppliers to enhance operational efficiency while supporting Luxembourg’s business ecosystem.Procurement Details and Evaluation CriteriaAccording to the award notice, proposals were evaluated based on 70% quality and 30% price, emphasizing the importance of design, functionality, durability, and environmental standards.The contract also reflects EIB’s sustainability priorities, requiring suppliers to comply with environmental and ergonomic standards consistent with EU institutional guidelines. While the framework is not financed by EU funds, it is not covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) due to EIB’s institutional status as an EU body.Scope and DurationThe 48-month framework agreement covers the EIB’s Luxembourg headquarters and extends to its offices located outside Luxembourg, supporting ongoing modernization and workspace optimization initiatives. The furniture will serve EIB’s growing need for flexible, sustainable, and collaborative work environments, in line with post-pandemic office redesign trends across Europe.Institutional Oversight and ReviewAs with all EIB procurement procedures, transparency and fairness are guaranteed under EU procurement law. Any potential review of the award decision falls under the jurisdiction of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU), based in Luxembourg.Strategic ImportanceThis €28 million award underscores the European Investment Bank’s ongoing commitment to quality workplace infrastructure, supporting both employee well-being and operational performance.By selecting two well-established local suppliers, the EIB reinforces Luxembourg’s position as a hub for sustainable and high-end office design, while ensuring continuity and flexibility in furnishing its expanding portfolio of European offices.Tags: #Luxembourg #EuropeanInvestmentBank #EIB #ProcurementNews #ContractAward #TenderResults #OfficeFurniture #PublicContracts #GovernmentProcurement #EUInstitutions #SustainableDesign #Burotrend #TertiaSolutions #PublishTenders
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