The art of negotiating public contracts: between rigour and expediency 18 Nov 2024 0 1246 Insights In the often rigid and codified environment of public procurement, negotiation is all too often relegated to the background. However, with good practice and a thorough understanding of the processes i... Read more
Transparency and the fight against corruption in public procurement: issues, progress and prospects 12 Nov 2024 0 1476 Insights The issue of transparency in public procurement is of crucial importance in ensuring efficient and fair purchasing processes. Because of the large sums of money involved, public procurement is particu... Read more
Key skills for integrating sustainability and innovation into public procurement: the challenges for public purchasers 5 Nov 2024 0 1201 Insights In a context where environmental and social issues are becoming increasingly pressing, public procurement is evolving to adapt to new demands for sustainability and innovation. To meet these challenge... Read more
Opening up public procurement to SMEs: where do we stand? 29 Oct 2024 0 1191 Insights Public procurement represents a tremendous opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Belgium, offering them prospects for growth and diversification. However, access to these market... Read more
New payment rules in public procurement: what the healthcare sector needs to know 22 Oct 2024 0 1336 Insights From 1 January 2025, a reform of the rules governing payment in public contracts, governed by the Royal Decree of 12 August 2024, will come into force. These new provisions, which will have an impact ... Read more
Why join Aria Partner as a public procurement consultant? 15 Oct 2024 0 1396 News At Aria Partner, we believe that choosing the right working environment is essential to fulfilling your potential. If you're a public procurement expert looking to join a dynamic and stimulating team,... Read more
Optimising hospital costs through strategic procurement and contract management 8 Oct 2024 0 1624 Insights As public or semi-public organisations, hospitals face increasing challenges in controlling costs , improving the quality of care and managing resources. With budgets often tight and demands ever more... Read more
Anticipating and managing risks in public procurement for economic operators: best practices for effective management 1 Oct 2024 0 1389 Insights Economic operators involved in public procurement have to navigate a complex regulatory environment and deal with unforeseen circumstances that can jeopardise the success of their projects. Anticipati... Read more
The influence of the health crisis on public procurement: changes, challenges and opportunities 24 Sept 2024 0 1261 Insights The health crisis caused by COVID-19 has had a considerable impact on all economic and administrative sectors in Belgium, including public procurement. Public health emergencies and economic restricti... Read more
Administrative simplification of public procurement in Belgium: real progress or an illusion? 17 Sept 2024 0 1687 Insights Administrative simplification of public procurement is a central issue for the Belgian authorities, who are seeking to make public purchasing procedures more accessible, quicker and more efficient. Bu... Read more
Centralising public purchasing in Belgium: advantages and disadvantages 10 Sept 2024 0 2263 Insights The centralisation of public purchasing has become a major trend in many countries, including Belgium, where administrations are seeking to streamline their purchasing processes and achieve economies ... Read more
The Importance of the audit of purchasing and public procurement within a contracting entity 5 Sept 2024 0 1592 Insights Procurement and contract management represent a crucial part of the activities of contracting entities. These processes have a direct influence on economic performance and the quality of the services ... Read more