• How can we implement strategic procurement while complying with all the legal requirements?
• How to embed innovative, green and social aspects for buying goods, works and services?
• What types of procedures are best suited to promote innovation strategically?
• How strategic public procurement can help to tackle challenges public authorities are dealing with, such as sustainable economic recovery, green energy, transition to circular economy, create new jobs?
• What funds are available to support strategic public buying?

This comprehensive course offers a repository of answers to these critical inquiries and more, equipping you with pragmatic solutions. Elevate your competency in strategising, executing, and evaluating public procurement decisions through this immersive learning experience.

Over a concise two-day period, immerse yourself in the strategic utilisation of procurement methodologies. Engage with industry practitioners presenting diverse case examples, providing invaluable insights. Analyse real-world scenarios to glean essential practices while navigating the nuanced landscape of compliant strategic procurement. Optimise the utilisation of public funds while adhering to regulations, uncovering the blueprint for maximising their efficacy.

This course is part of EIPA’s esteemed European Certification programme for public procurement professionals. See here for further details regarding the certification programme and benefits thereof, securing your pathway to mastery in the realm of public procurement.

What you will learn

Throughout this course, you will acquire a wealth of knowledge, skills, and methodologies encompassing:

• Insight into the fundamental concepts of innovative, green, and socially conscious procurement strategies.
• Mastery of the principles and regulatory frameworks crucial for ensuring compliance in procurement practices.
• A comprehensive understanding of the procurement process, spanning from initial needs assessment to meticulous final evaluation.
• Invaluable dos and don’ts guidelines for navigating the intricacies of daily procurement practices effectively.
• Profound insights into the various funding sources available to finance and support innovative, environmentally sustainable, and socially responsible procurement initiatives across Europe.

Course methodology

Led by seasoned experts boasting extensive expertise in public procurement, specifically within the realms of innovative, green, and socially conscious practices, this course promises unparalleled insights. These luminaries bring decades of research and practical involvement, amplifying the depth of knowledge shared.

Moreover, the course will be enriched by the firsthand experiences of civil servants actively engaged in implementing strategic procurement across various countries and agencies. These practitioners will share invaluable insights gleaned from their hands-on involvement, offering real-world perspectives and invaluable lessons learned from the field.

The course delivery methodology is designed to captivate and engage. It incorporates interactive presentations that vividly showcase practical examples, offering tangible illustrations of concepts in action. Quick polls will reinforce understanding, consolidating key concepts effectively. Additionally, interactive group exercises will foster collaborative learning, allowing participants to apply their newfound knowledge in simulated scenarios, enhancing practical skills.

Read our recent blog on Strategic Public Procurement: A Lever for Good Governance and Sustainability in an Evolving Geopolitical Landscape.