# Replacement of an expert in a winning bid - Author: European Ombudsman - Date: 2015-03-24T10:00+01:00[Europe/Paris] - [URL](https://www.ombudsman.europa.eu/en/case/en/43833) --- **Allegation(s)** The Commission failed to properly explain the complainant's replacement as Deputy Team Leader in the winning Consortium's bid. **Claim(s)** The Commission should properly explain the complainant's replacement or award him approximately EUR 52 000 by way of compensation.