Article R2131-4 of the French Public procurement code
Purchasers, with the exception of the central public authorities listed in a notice annexed to this Code, may use a notice referred to in Article R. 2131-1 to issue an invitation to tender as part of a restricted tender procedure or a procedure with negotiation. In this case, this notice must meet the following conditions: 1° Make specific reference to the works, supplies or services that will be the subject…