The Open Tender is one of the tools the Flemish Government Architect uses when he is looking for architectural quality for projects for the Flemish Government and local authorities. Besides having an exemplary principal, the correct choice of developer for every project is of critical importance.

The Open Tender is a selection procedure based on the principal of an architectural competition and the procedure is in accordance with the regulations covering governmental commissions and European competition rules.

The Open Tender comprises a selection and shortlist of architects and architectural teams for different tasks in the areas of architecture, town planning and landscape architecture.