Article L2194-1 of the French Public procurement code
A contract may be amended without a new competitive tendering procedure under the conditions laid down by regulation, when:1° The amendments were provided for in the initial contractual documents;2° Additional works, supplies or services have become necessary;3° The amendments are made necessary by unforeseen circumstances;4° A new contractor replaces the initial contractor;5° The amendments are not substantial;6° The amendments are small in amount.Whether they are made by agreement or, in…