Roadside mowing in Tienen starts after delay due to contractor appeal

After weeks of delay, the mowing of roadsides in Tienen can finally commence, following an appeal by a candidate contractor against the city's selection, which necessitated an emergency re-tender; however, according to alderwoman Nele Daenen (Vooruit), traffic safety was never compromised.

In Tienen, the long-awaited roadside mowing can finally begin after a period of delay. The start was postponed because a candidate contractor lodged an appeal against the city's initial selection of another party, as reported by VRT NWS on June 24, 2026. This appeal forced the city of Tienen to initiate an emergency procedure to find a new contractor to carry out the works. Alderwoman for Public Works, Nele Daenen (Vooruit), emphasized that despite the delay, the safety of traffic in Tienen was never compromised.

Context of the procedure

The public tender for mowing the verges, intended to make roads safer for traffic, encountered unexpected issues. The legal process surrounding the contractor's appeal caused a significant delay in the schedule. Such procedures are not uncommon in public procurements and can lead to project postponements. The city of Tienen, by implementing an emergency procedure, sought to minimize disruptions and commence the necessary work as quickly as possible.