Description of the procurement The existing PLS control from Siemens is old, outdated and is out of production. ·       The existing CPU will be replaced with Simatic S7 - 1500 with the accompanying I/O modules. ·       There are also old WAGO PLSs in the existing installations, which will be replaced with ET200 SP I/O modules. ·       The service panel shall be replaced with the TP 700 panel from Siemens. ·       The existing profibuss cabling shall be replaced with a new profinet installed by Rexroth. ·       Updating of the existing form and changes in Eplan. ·       Adapted interface for Waagner Biro ·       Programming and commissioning (agreed with Waagner Biro so that this fits into their schedule) ·       Updating Eplan P8 (2026) documentation including terminal, cable, layout charts, data lists as well as an overview of necessary electrical components. Table of Truth. ·       Siemens Norway Scalance will move from the fifth gallery to the pump station and get it online. Justification for contract award without a prior notice. The procurement is planned to be carried out without a competition pursuant to the Public Procurement Regulations (LOA§4, FOA §13-4 letter b2) as the contract can only be delivered by one tenderer for technical reasons. As the procurement includes changes and further development of the existing software, only the original supplier has the necessary access to and competence in the source code in order to implement the changes in a secure and reliable manner. This is necessary in order to ensure the system's functionality and security. The contract is planned to be awarded Bosch Rexroth AS, who is a supplier of the relevant system and has the necessary competence for delivery, installation and follow-up. Deadline for objections This decision has been carefully considered to ensure that it fulfils the requirements of the act, while safeguarding our needs in an effective way. We want to uphold the principles of openness and transparency in the process. Any objections to this decision are requested to be addressed via the Artifik platform within 10 days from the date of this notice.