Watch the second EU Green Public Procurement (GPP) Helpdesk webinar (09/07/2025)

Missed the EU GPP Helpdesk webinar? Catch up with the recording and discover how reserved contracts can drive socially responsible public procurement – packed with examples, good practices and useful resources.

AI contract clauses now available in all EU languages (09/07/2025)

Translations of the updated EU model contractual clauses for AI procurement are now available in all EU languages. The resource, aligned with the EU AI Act, includes a version for high-risk AI, a light version for non-high-risk AI and accompanying commentary.

Commission: development of new add-on for ‘Procurement for Buyers’ tool to identify applicable sectoral legislation (09/07/2025)

The Procurement for Buyers tool, besides allowing contracting authorities to identify which third-country bidders are eligible to participate in public procurement procedures in EU Member States, now also allows them to quickly identify which sectorial acts may be applicable to their contract.

Explore zero-emission construction solutions (09/07/2025)

A recent webinar highlighted the updated public database of zero-emission machinery and insights from Oslo’s 2030 strategy. Discover practical examples and key recommendations for buyers. Watch the full recording online.

First measure adopted under the International Procurement Instrument (IPI) (09/07/2025)

On 19 June, the Commission adopted a measure under the IPI, excluding Chinese firms from EU public procurement of medical devices for contracts of €5 million or more. This measure aims to level the playing field for EU firms. The Commission remains committed to dialogue with the Chinese authorities.

Big Buyers united for change in Helsinki (09/07/2025)

We took part in the Big Buyers Working Together Annual Event in Helsinki 2025 to learn how members are driving collaboration across public procurement. Their efforts span tackling forced labour risks to promoting circular construction – showing that real change happens when we work together.

Public buyers co-create energy solutions in Oslo (09/07/2025)

At the Big Buyers Working Together Hackathon on Charging and Energy Infrastructure for the Green Transition , public buyers co-designed practical solutions – tackling grid capacity limits, interoperability and more. Discover four innovative concepts developed to support Europe’s green transition.

Driving BIM adoption webinar recap and recording (09/07/2025)

On 26 June, experts shared national building information modelling (BIM) procurement strategies at the webinar ‘Driving BIM adoption through public procurement’. The recording is now available online. Don’t miss the upcoming EU-wide survey – stakeholders are invited to get involved.

Upcoming workshop: mapping the innovation procurement ecosystem (03/07/2025)

Upcoming webinar – Driving BIM adoption through public procurement (11/06/2025)

Towards simpler, greener, stronger procurement (04/06/2025)

The renewed Stakeholder Expert Group on Public Procurement is shaping the future of EU procurement by driving simplification, resilience and green transformation. Bringing together voices from SMEs to civil society, the group is working on innovative solutions for a modernised framework.

Third podcast episode is out – Building Big Buyers' Capacity for the Procurement of Zero-Emission Bus Systems and Services (04/06/2025)

Discover how European cities are switching to zero-emission buses in the latest episode of our podcast series. Hear from key experts as they discuss policy, infrastructure and public response to cleaner urban transport.

Key legal aspects of Public Procurement of Innovation (PPI) tenders (04/06/2025)

Designing a successful PPI tender can be challenging. Discover the key legal considerations to ensure transparency, fair competition and the right balance to foster innovation.

Top takeaways from the third EU Building Information Modelling (BIM) meeting (04/06/2025)

The EU BIM Public Officials Group held its third meeting on 24–25 April in Warsaw, bringing together experts to exchange knowledge and best practices. Discover the key insights and materials shared at the event.

Driving change with the Zero-Emission Bus Systems and Services community (04/06/2025)

The Zero-Emission Bus Systems and Services community of practice connects public buyers, experts and operators to share knowledge and tackle challenges together. Become a member to access expert advice, resources and events that support cleaner bus fleets across Europe.

Greener paper procurement with EU Ecolabel guidance (04/06/2025)

Discover the new EU Ecolabel practical guides for paper products, designed to support green public procurement. These guides help public buyers choose certified sustainable paper, reducing environmental impact while ensuring cost-effectiveness.

Human-centred social procurement in action (04/06/2025)

Human-centred approaches are reinforcing social responsibility in public procurement. Examples from Finnish enterprises and foundations show how dialogue and practical initiatives foster fairer, more effective collaboration.

Powering the green shift: inside Oslo’s Big Buyers Working Together (BBWT) Procurement Hackathon (04/06/2025)

How can public procurement drive real change in the green transition? Innovators, policymakers and public buyers gathered in Oslo for the first BBWT Hackathon – two days of collaboration, creativity and fresh ideas.

Using reserved contracts to boost social impact in public procurement (04/06/2025)

Join the EU GPP Helpdesk webinar on 11 June to learn how reserved contracts can support your organisation’s social and sustainability goals. Gain expert insights and real-life examples of how public procurement can drive social impact.

Webinar for sustainability and procurement professionals (04/06/2025)

Discover how the CO₂ Performance Ladder is helping organisations make greener procurement choices. Join our upcoming webinar on 24 June to explore practical ways to reduce carbon emissions across your supply chain.

Innovation starts with smarter spending (04/06/2025)

Learn how governments can use public procurement to drive innovation in our webinar on 26 June. Featuring Bruno Monteiro, the session presents strategies to boost service delivery, support SMEs and overcome key policy barriers.

Co-publishing Space (CPS) survey webinar recap (04/06/2025)

Missed the 21 May webinar on the CPS survey? Watch the recording and share your views to help shape a future EU-wide innovation procurement platform.

Public Procurement Directives under the spotlight: what stakeholders said in the public consultation (26/05/2025)

Clarifying third-country participation in EU procurement: Q&A now available (21/05/2025)

The European Commission has released a dedicated question and answer (Q&A) document offering key clarifications on the implications of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) rulings in cases Kolin (C-652/22) and Qingdao (C-266/22).

Interested in water-related challenges? (07/05/2025)

Watch the recording of the latest EU Green Public Procurement Helpdesk webinar to learn how public procurement can address water scarcity and pollution, with expert tips and real-life examples from across Europe.

Shape the future of innovation procurement (07/05/2025)

Take part in the Scalable Cities initiative’s survey to contribute to a European study on how public procurement can drive innovation, sustainability and urban transformation.

Public buyers join forces for a greener, fairer Europe (07/05/2025)

Public buyers gathered in Helsinki to explore how procurement can shape a more sustainable, social, and innovative Europe, focusing on topics like circular construction and healthcare.

EU Ecolabel driving sustainability in hygiene products (07/05/2025)

Tune in to this webinar recording to discover how the EU Ecolabel is revolutionising sustainability in the absorbent hygiene market. Get insights from top experts on its growing influence!

Digitalisation procurement templates now available (07/05/2025)

Living-in.eu offers free procurement templates for digital and ICT solutions – available now in English – with more languages to follow. Public buyers can access them through the online catalogue and provide feedback.

Insights into Ireland’s national procurement strategy (07/05/2025)

Explore the interview with Fergal Grogan from the Office of Government Procurement, where he discusses Ireland’s first national public procurement strategy. The final strategy will be published in late 2025 following consultations and workshops.

Making solar photovoltaic (PV) projects more sustainable (07/05/2025)

Don’t miss the webinar on 9 May about sustainable solar PV projects, hosted by the Big Buyers Working Together project! Gain expert insights and practical tips for making your solar projects more impactful and sustainable.

Espoo turns Kera into a circular city district (07/05/2025)

The city of Espoo in Finland is redeveloping Kera, a former industrial area, into a low-emission, circular district by engaging residents and suppliers through smart procurement!

Join the hackathon on charging and energy infrastructure (07/05/2025)

Take part in the Oslo hackathon on 13-14 May 2025 and help develop solutions for Europe’s green transition. Public buyers will address key challenges in scaling up zero-emission transport and construction infrastructure.

Designing better healthcare procurement (07/05/2025)

Join the Big Buyers Healthcare Needathon on 20 May in Madrid and tackle unmet healthcare needs through design thinking. The workshop is held in cooperation with Procure4Health.

Ecosystem Mapping Survey webinar recording available (07/05/2025)

On 14 April 2025, a webinar introduced the Innovation Procurement Hubs Programme's Ecosystem Mapping Survey. The session covered the survey’s aim, structure and value, showing how your input supports innovation procurement across the European Economic Area.

Upcoming webinar on the co-publishing space (07/05/2025)

On 21 May 2025, the Innovation Procurement Hubs community of practice will host another webinar, this time focused on the co-publishing space. Join us to explore how this core initiative will support collaboration and visibility in innovation procurement across the European Economic Area.

New report on assessing social impact in public procurement (07/04/2025)

Discover how public procurement can drive social change in our latest report. It introduces a practical framework for assessing social impact and features insights from 75 EU-wide procedures.

High response to public consultation on public procurement Directives and next steps (07/04/2025)

The call for evidence and open public consultation on the evaluation of key public procurement Directives has concluded, attracting a high response from stakeholders across various sectors and countries. The Commission is now analysing the feedback, which will help shape the next steps in the legislative review.

Ensuring a stable supply of medicines in the EU (07/04/2025)

The EU is tackling medicine shortages with the proposed Critical Medicines Act. This initiative aims to boost pharmaceutical production, strengthen supply chains, and ensure timely access to essential medicines. Learn how it will improve healthcare resilience across Europe.

Building collaboration in public procurement of innovation (PPI) (07/04/2025)

Collaboration is key to successful PPI. Insight No 8 offers practical recommendations to boost participation and strengthen partnerships for better outcomes.

How Brussels is leading greener IT procurement (07/04/2025)

Paradigm Brussels, part of the Big Buyers Working Together community, has transformed IT procurement by reducing transport emissions and prioritising energy-efficient, durable devices. Sustainability now accounts for 10 % of procurement scores, with new guidelines helping smaller administrations adopt greener practices.

Innovation Procurement Hubs mapping survey launched (07/04/2025)

The Innovation Procurement Hubs programme has launched its mapping survey, and we invite you to complete it. Join our live webinar on 14 April to learn about the survey, how it relates to your work, and how your input can help shape the future of innovation procurement across the European Economic Area (EEA).

New podcast episode – Levelling the playing field: navigating the EU’s foreign subsidies Regulation (07/04/2025)

In this episode, we look back on the first year of the Regulation on foreign subsidies and its implementation by the European Commission. We highlight key challenges and examine its impact on businesses and procurement. Tune in for valuable insights!

New podcast episode – Supporting public buyers in procuring AI-enabled solutions that are trustworthy, fair and secure (07/04/2025)

The AI Act is now a reality, bringing new obligations for public administrations. This podcast episode explores how the updated EU model AI clauses can help public buyers procure trustworthy, fair and secure AI-enabled solutions. Don’t miss out – listen now!

PPE+ Europe 2024 training programme concludes (07/04/2025)

The PPE+ Europe 2024 training programme ended with engaging sessions and a graduation ceremony in Brussels. Participants explored key procurement topics, and applications for the 2025 programme will open soon, offering new opportunities for public procurement professionals.

CO₂ Performance Ladder Europe community of practice launched (07/04/2025)

The European Commission and SKAO have launched the CO₂ Performance Ladder Europe community of practice to support public procurement authorities in integrating CO₂ reduction strategies and advancing sustainable procurement.

Apply now for PPE+ Europe 2025 training programme (07/04/2025)

Applications for PPE+ Europe 2025 are open until 30 May 2025! The training programme, designed for centralised procurement organisations, offers a mix of on-site and online sessions to enhance strategic procurement skills – find out more!

Register for the 3rd edition of the Innovation Procurement Training Programme (07/04/2025)

Join the Procure Innovation EU Training Programme in Vienna from 16–20 June 2025. This five-day, in-person course equips public authorities with the skills to manage innovation procurement projects. Register by
24 April – spots are limited!

Missed our webinar on Innovation Procurement Hubs? (07/04/2025)

On 18 March, we hosted an introductory webinar on the Innovation Procurement Hubs, exploring their role in driving innovation through public procurement and introducing the new community of practice. Catch up on key insights by watching the recording and accessing the presentation!

Don't miss the Procure Innovation EU workshop (07/04/2025)

Join decision-makers from contracting authorities across the EEA for an insightful session on advancing innovation in procurement. Explore strategies, best practices and real-world solutions from industry experts, and discover funding opportunities to support your procurement objectives.

Public consultation in 2025 on Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) guidelines (10/03/2025)

The European Commission will publish FSR guidelines in January 2026 to clarify rules on foreign subsidies. To prepare, it launched a call for evidence on ‘Have Your Say’ on 5 March 2025, open for 4 weeks. A targeted stakeholder consultation will run in parallel.

Updated AI procurement clauses available (10/03/2025)

The European Commission has updated EU AI model contractual clauses produced by the community to align with the EU AI Act. The new version includes a full high-risk AI version, a customisable light version and a detailed commentary. Public authorities procuring AI solutions are encouraged to explore the updates and share their feedback.

Competitiveness Compass, Clean Industrial Deal and the future of EU public procurement (10/03/2025)

The Competitiveness Compass and the Clean Industrial Deal announce the objectives and measures that will guide the revision of the public procurement framework, including sustainability, resilience and European preference criteria in EU public procurement for strategic sectors. The Commission will make a proposal to revise the public procurement framework in Q4 2026.

Innovation Procurement Hubs programme kicks off (10/03/2025)

The Innovation Procurement Hubs programme launches on 18 March 2025, aimed at supporting public authorities in securing innovative solutions.

This initiative will empower public buyers across the European Economic Area to drive technological advancements and shape Europe's future.

Choosing the right procurement procedure for innovation (10/03/2025)

Discover how public buyers can strategically choose the best procurement procedure to foster innovation. Explore Insight No 7 for a breakdown of the EU legal framework.

Procurement Dialogues closing event video (10/03/2025)

Relive the highlights of the final conference and explore key insights from 18 months of strategic public procurement dialogues across Europe. Watch the event video!

Innovation Procurement Hubs webinar subscription (10/03/2025)

Join us on 18 March 2025 from 10:00 to 11:30 CET for a webinar exploring the Innovation Procurement Hubs programme. The online event will cover the challenges of innovation procurement, showcase real-world case studies and provide insights on how the programme can support public authorities across the European Economic Area.

Big Buyers Working Together (BBWT) annual event exploring sustainable procurement in Helsinki (10/03/2025)

The BBWT annual event in Helsinki (24 to 25 March 2025) will showcase sustainable public procurement through discussions and site visits, including the Kindergarten Soittaja and Olympic stadium. Register by 14 March to join and explore the future of strategic procurement!

Simplifying green public procurement with the EU Ecolabel (13/02/2025)

Public buyers and businesses looking to meet sustainability goals can now simplify procurement with the EU Ecolabel!

With nearly 100,000 certified goods and services across 25 product categories, the EU Ecolabel helps public authorities, procurement professionals, and businesses source environmentally friendly products that comply with scientifically backed criteria.

The newly launched Green Procurement web page provides practical tips, the most relevant ready-to-use criteria, and guidance on incorporating the EU Ecolabel into procurement processes. 

Discover resources, success stories, and detailed practical guides to make procurement greener and more efficient.