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ted.europa.eu/en/simap/preparatory-action
The Publications Office of the EU (OP) was responsible for the implementation of the Preparatory Action “Transparency in public procurement”, which was carried out between 2022 and 2024. The OP identified four areas of activity that revolve around TED data: availability, quality, readability, and interoperability.
european-union.europa.eu/priorities-and-actions/actions-topic/single-market_en
This page summarises the strategic priorities driving the EU’s approach to procurement, including modernisation through digitalisation, promotion of green and social procurement, and ensuring fair competition for SMEs and cross-border bidders. It highlights key legislation, such as the 2014 Procurement Directives, and initiatives like the Single Market Strategy, while also addressing post-Brexit adjustments for procurement relations with non-EU countries.
ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/public-procurement_en
The Single European Market: Public Procurement section on the European Commission’s website serves as a central hub for all procurement-related resources. It covers legislation, digital tools (such as TED, eForms, and ESPD), and policy initiatives like green procurement and innovation procurement.
This page coordinates the EU’s post-Brexit relationship with the UK, with a specific focus on public procurement implications. This includes clarifying the rules under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA), such as market access conditions for UK and EU businesses, the UK’s exclusion from EU tools like TED, and the shift to the UK’s Find a Tender Service.
digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/activities/digital-programme
This is funding initiative aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of Europe’s public sector, including procurement. Key actions under this programme include digitalising public administration through tools like eForms and eInvoicing, enhancing cybersecurity for eProcurement platforms, and developing data spaces to improve cross-border analytics.
The SME Portal is a dedicated European Commission resource designed to provide small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with easy access to information, support, and opportunities across the EU.It offers practical advice on how SMEs can participate in EU tenders, navigate administrative requirements, and leverage digital tools like TED and ESPD to compete more effectively.
ec.europa.eu/solvit/index_en.htm
SOLVIT is an online problem-solving service provided by the European Commission to help businesses and citizens resolve issues related to the misapplication of EU Single Market rules by national authorities.
europa.eu/youreurope/business/index_en.htm
Your Europe – Business is a practical online guide designed to assist companies looking to expand or operate across borders within the EU, as well as in Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway. The portal provides clear, step-by-step information on the legal and administrative requirements for conducting business in another EU country, covering key areas such as company registration, taxation, employment laws, and public procurement rules.
https://ec.europa.eu/tools/ecertis/#/about
eCertis is an online database and decision-support tool developed by the European Commission to simplify the complex landscape of certificates and documentary evidence required for public procurement across the EU. The platform serves as a centralised reference point for businesses and contracting authorities. eCertis integrates with other EU procurement platforms, such as TED and SIMAP, creating a seamless ecosystem for businesses and authorities alike. For contracting authorities, eCertis offers a means to standardise and rationalise their documentary requirements.
CEN contributes to the objectives of the European Union and European Economic Area with voluntary technical standards which promote free trade, the safety of workers and consumers, interoperability of networks, environmental protection, exploitation of research and development programmes, and public procurement.
The European Institute of Public Administration (EIPA) is a leading training and research institute dedicated to supporting public sector professionals, policymakers, and EU institutions in enhancing their knowledge, skills, and competencies in European governance, public administration, and EU affairs. The EIPA Courses portal offers a comprehensive range of training programmes, designed to address the evolving challenges of EU policy implementation, public management, and administrative reform.
https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/home
The EU Funding & Tenders Portal is the centralised online gateway for accessing funding opportunities, grants, and public procurement tenders financed by the European Union. Managed by the European Commission, this portal serves as a single entry point for businesses, researchers, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), public authorities, and other stakeholders seeking financial support or contract opportunities under EU programmes. The portal integrates all EU funding and tendering activities into one platform, replacing earlier fragmented systems and simplifying the process of finding, applying for, and managing EU-funded projects.
The Entreprise Europe Network provides SMEs with advice and support for international growth and innovation. It has more than 500 partner organizations in the EU and beyond. The services provided by Network partners in EU-27 countries include information and advice for SMEs on public procurement rules, information/alert services on tender opportunities and international partnership services. These are provided free of charge.
