Norway's official public procurement portal. The national database for Norwegian government tender opportunities and contract awards.
Visit DoffinWhat is Doffin?
Doffin (Database for offentlige innkjop) is Norway's official public procurement database. It's the central platform where Norwegian public authorities publish tender opportunities.
While Norway isn't an EU member, it participates in the European Economic Area (EEA), meaning Norwegian procurement follows EU-aligned rules and above-threshold tenders are also published on TED.
Who runs it?
Doffin is operated by the Agency for Public and Financial Management (DFO), part of the Norwegian government. DFO manages public procurement policy and provides central infrastructure.
What contracts are published?
Norwegian public procurement covers:
- Central government: Ministries and agencies
- Regional government: Counties and regional bodies
- Local government: Municipalities
- Public utilities: Energy, transport, water
- Health sector: Hospitals and health authorities
Norway's oil and gas sector generates significant procurement, though some offshore procurement follows separate frameworks.
EEA and TED
Norway's EEA membership means:
- Above-threshold contracts published on both Doffin and TED
- EU/EEA suppliers have equal access rights
- Procurement procedures follow EU-aligned rules
Below-threshold contracts appear on Doffin only.
Language
Doffin operates in Norwegian. Most tender documentation is in Norwegian, though some international tenders include English. For serious engagement with Norwegian procurement, Norwegian language capability is advantageous.
Registration
Doffin searching is free without registration. For full functionality including alerts and document access, free registration is available.
Strengths
- Wealthy market: High-value procurement opportunities
- Transparent: Good publication and award visibility
- EEA access: Open to EU/EEA suppliers
- Oil and gas: Significant sector procurement
- Free access: No cost to search
Limitations
- Norwegian language: Most content in Norwegian
- Smaller market: Population of 5 million
- Remote geography: Logistics can be challenging
- High costs: Expensive operating environment
Our coverage
We monitor Doffin alongside TED and other Nordic sources. For suppliers targeting Scandinavian markets, Norway represents a significant opportunity.
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How many notices does Doffin publish?
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| Month | Notices |
|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 53 |
| Dec 2025 | no notices |
| Jan 2026 | no notices |
| Feb 2026 | no notices |
| Mar 2026 | no notices |
| Apr 2026 | 143 |
| May 2026 | 201 |
| Jun 2026 | 719 |
| Jul 2026 | 641 |
| Aug 2026 | 764 |
| Sept 2026 | 668 |
| Oct 2026 | 744 |
In the 12 months to 31 October 2026, Open Opportunities collected 3,933 notices from Doffin.
In the 12 months to 31 October 2026, Doffin published 3,337 tenders and 596 award notices.
In the 12 months to 31 October 2026, the largest category of notices from Doffin was Construction work (CPV division 45): an estimated 23% of notices, from a sample of 696 counted by the most relevant CPV code Open Opportunities gave each.
In the 12 months to 31 October 2026, the most active buyer on Doffin was SYKEHUSINNKJØP HF, with 200 notices.
Of 100 tenders sampled from Doffin in the 12 months to 31 October 2026, half gave 32 days or more to respond.
Largest categories
- Construction work: 23%
- Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services: 8%
- Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security: 8%
- Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services: 6%
- Repair and maintenance services: 5%
Most active buyers
- SYKEHUSINNKJØP HF: 200
- Statsbygg: 154
- Forsvarsbygg: 125
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Doffin free?
Yes, searching is free. Registration for alerts and full document access is also free.
Is Norway in the EU?
No, but Norway is in the European Economic Area (EEA). This means EU procurement rules largely apply and above-threshold tenders appear on TED.
Do I need to speak Norwegian?
Most tender documentation is in Norwegian. Some large international contracts include English. Norwegian capability is advantageous for the market.
Can EU companies bid on Norwegian tenders?
Yes. EEA membership gives EU suppliers equal access to Norwegian public procurement above thresholds.
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