Court rules against Budapest Transport Company, orders EUR 500,000 fine
The Budapest Transport Centre (BKK) will pay a HUF 200 million (EUR 500,000) fine imposed by Hungary’s Public Procurement Arbitration Board over a public bus service tender. The fine was issued because the board found that the scheduling of bus availability was not clearly defined in the initial phase of the procurement process.
BKK challenged the ruling, arguing that all bidders had equal information and opportunities, and no complaints were filed during the procedure. However, the Budapest Metropolitan Court upheld the board’s decision and dismissed BKK’s appeal.
Although the court ruling is final and binding, BKK stated it is considering submitting a request for judicial review. The company insists the process was fair and complied with public procurement laws.
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