From directives to regulation: how the Commission's proposal could transform EU procurement
The European Commission has now officially published its proposed Regulation on public procurement and concessions, confirming a number of significant reforms that could reshape procurement across the EU.
While the proposal remains subject to the ordinary legislative procedure, the direction of travel is becoming increasingly clear. Contracting authorities, utilities and market participants should already be considering the potential impact on their procurement strategies, governance frameworks and tendering processes.
Among the key changes proposed are:
The proposal also takes the form of a directly applicable Regulation rather than a Directive, with the aim of achieving greater consistency across Member States and reducing divergent national implementation.
Although adoption is unlikely in the immediate future, organisations cannot afford to wait until the legislative process concludes. Early assessment and preparation will be essential to ensure a smooth transition once the final framework is agreed.
