Public Procurement

Netherlands Launches MKI Committees to Set Maximum Values for Asphalt and Concrete

The Netherlands has created two independent MKI committees, led by CROW for the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy, to define maximum environmental cost (MKI) values for asphalt and concrete that will underpin mandatory sustainability requirements in GWW public works procurement from 2027. This signals a move from voluntary MKI use to hard procurement thresholds, so infrastructure clients and material suppliers should prepare for tighter environmental performance criteria in Dutch tenders and contracts.

10 Apr 2026, 13:34pianoo.nlNetherlands

EU Commission Confirms Upcoming Public Procurement Act Proposal for Q2 2026

The European Commission has confirmed it is preparing a new EU Public Procurement Act proposal for Q2 2026 to modernise transparency, data use and performance monitoring in public purchasing.[^1^](https://www.europarl.europa.eu/doceo/document/E-10-2026-000637-ASW_EN.pdf) If delivered as signalled, this reform could hardwire secure data exchange, outcome‑based procurement and mandatory green public procurement (GPP) into EU spending rules, reshaping how companies compete for public contracts.

10 Apr 2026, 12:56europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

New York Senate Proposes Healthy and Green Procurement Act (S09743)

New York has introduced Senate bill S09743, the **"New York state healthy and green procurement act"**, to hard‑wire life‑cycle environmental and health criteria into state purchasing decisions and steer demand away from priority toxic substances and high‑impact products.[^1^](https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S09743&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y#jump_to_Summary) If enacted, suppliers to New York state agencies will increasingly need to demonstrate recycled content, energy efficiency, green‑building compatibility and reduced use of substances such as PFAS, brominated flame retardants, bisphenol A, mercury, lead, dioxins and PVC in order to remain eligible for state contracts.[^3^](https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S09743&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y#jump_to_Text)

10 Apr 2026, 10:44assembly.state.ny.usUnited States

AmCham EU Highlights Burdens of EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation Compliance

Industry advocacy is intensifying for the European Commission to reform the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) as compliance costs and procedural complexity exceed initial estimates. While legislative streamlining is under consideration, firms must maintain sophisticated global tracking systems for financial contributions to navigate increasingly granular regulatory scrutiny.

6 Apr 2026, 19:41amchameu.euEuropean Union

Italy: Piedmont Region Approves Protocol to Protect Workers in Local Bus Service Tenders

The Piedmont Region has approved a new protocol establishing mandatory social clauses and employment protections for workers involved in local public road transport tenders as of March 2026. This move signals a shift toward stricter labor-related ESG requirements in public procurement, requiring transport operators to prioritize workforce stability and social dialogue to remain competitive in regional service bids.

2 Apr 2026, 16:41regione.piemonte.itItaly

Switzerland and Ukraine Conclude Reconstruction Cooperation Agreement

Switzerland and Ukraine have formalized a bilateral reconstruction agreement (FF 2026 798) to finance Swiss-led projects in critical infrastructure and manufacturing through 2036. Eligible Swiss firms gain a dedicated, state-financed procurement channel that mandates strict adherence to export controls, anti-corruption, and sustainability standards as core contract conditions.

2 Apr 2026, 08:34fedlex.admin.chSwitzerlandUkraine

US Executive Order Addresses DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors

A new US Executive Order mandates that federal contractors eliminate "racially discriminatory" DEI practices, with mandatory contract clauses taking effect by late April 2026. Linking compliance to the False Claims Act creates significant litigation and debarment risks, necessitating an urgent audit of corporate diversity programs and subcontractor oversight.

31 Mar 2026, 21:29whitehouse.govUnited States

European Commission Answer Outlines Availability Obligations for Gene Therapies and Links to Critical Medicines Act Proposal

The European Commission has signaled that upcoming pharmaceutical reforms and the Critical Medicines Act will introduce mandatory supply obligations and collaborative procurement for high-priority therapies. Companies face the risk of losing market protection if products are not made available within three years, necessitating a strategic review of EU-wide launch and distribution plans.

31 Mar 2026, 19:21europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

New York Assembly Proposes State And Local Government Food Waste Prevention And Diversion Act (A10752)

New York introduced legislation (A10752) to mandate food waste reduction, donation, and recycling for state and local government food service operations and their contractors. Businesses contracting with public entities must prepare for phased-in waste diversion thresholds and mandatory source-separation of organic waste.

29 Mar 2026, 18:56assembly.state.ny.usUnited States

EU Commission Publishes Consultation Summary on Revision of Public Procurement Directives

The European Commission has released a stakeholder consultation summary signaling a major overhaul of EU public procurement rules through a forthcoming "Public Procurement Act." Businesses should prepare for a shift toward mandatory green, social, and "Made in Europe" criteria, moving away from lowest-cost awards to favor regional resilience and sustainability.

28 Mar 2026, 20:35eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

US Senate Introduces S.4212 to Prioritise Warfighter Needs Over Buybacks and Executive Pay for DoD Contractors

US Senate Bill S.4212, introduced in March 2026, proposes requiring Department of Defense contractors to prioritize operational needs over share buybacks and executive pay. This signals increasing bipartisan pressure on defense suppliers to align capital allocation with national security priorities, potentially impacting future procurement terms and corporate financial planning.

28 Mar 2026, 20:27congress.govUnited States

Dutch Governance Code Updates ViA Guidance To Require Safety Culture Level 3 by 1 July 2026

Dutch construction safety requirements are tightening, mandating all supply chain partners to achieve Safety Culture Ladder (SCL) level 3 by July 2026. Companies must accelerate safety maturity investments and certification readiness to maintain eligibility for public and private contracts exceeding €100,000.

27 Mar 2026, 18:38gc-veiligheid.nlNetherlands

UK Parliament Introduces Personal Protective Equipment (Inclusive Standards) Bill

The UK Parliament has introduced a Bill requiring public sector PPE procurement to comply with the BS 30417:2025 inclusive standards. Suppliers should monitor this shift toward gender-inclusive PPE design, as it signals future contractual requirements and potential broader market expectations for equipment fit and safety.

27 Mar 2026, 18:14bills.parliament.ukUnited Kingdom

UK DSIT Publishes Procurement Policy For Goods, Services And Works

The UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has published its procurement policy, operationalizing the Procurement Act 2023 and setting clear ESG expectations for suppliers. Businesses must prepare for mandatory social value weightings, carbon reduction reporting, and rigorous modern slavery due diligence to maintain eligibility for DSIT contracts.

26 Mar 2026, 19:24gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Netherlands Adopts Implementation Act for EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation

The Netherlands has finalized the Implementation Act for the EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation, empowering the Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) to assist in EU-led inspections and enforcement. Businesses must prepare for increased scrutiny of foreign financial contributions in public procurement and M&A activities, as national authorities now have the legal mandate to facilitate on-site investigations.

26 Mar 2026, 19:20officielebekendmakingen.nlNetherlands

EU Parliament Briefing on Implementation and Upcoming Review of Public Procurement Directives

The European Commission plans to propose a new Public Procurement Act in Q2 2026 to modernize existing directives and simplify tendering. This reform will integrate mandatory green and social award criteria and may introduce 'European preference' rules, fundamentally shifting competition for strategic industrial and construction contracts.

26 Mar 2026, 12:29europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

Norway Seeks Storting Consent To Ratify EFTA–MERCOSUR Free-Trade Agreement (Prop. 46 S 2025–2026)

Norway has formally initiated the parliamentary ratification process for the EFTA-MERCOSUR Free Trade Agreement, following its signature in late 2025. The agreement streamlines market access for industrial goods, specifically requiring mutual recognition of international test reports for electronic product safety and electromagnetic compatibility.

26 Mar 2026, 12:23regjeringen.noNorwayMERCOSUR

EU IMCO Committee Amendments on EU–Switzerland Internal Market and Conformity Assessment Package

The European Parliament’s IMCO Committee has proposed amendments to the EU-Switzerland bilateral agreements, making Swiss market access contingent on dynamic alignment with EU product safety, digital, and environmental standards. This signals a move toward harmonized compliance and stricter market surveillance for industrial goods and medical devices, requiring businesses to maintain high regulatory parity across both jurisdictions.

26 Mar 2026, 11:55europarl.europa.euEuropean UnionSwitzerland

Minnesota Senate Introduces SF 4653 To Establish Propane School Bus Deployment Program

Minnesota has introduced SF 4653 to establish a propane school bus grant program, proposing to shift funding away from existing electric bus appropriations through 2029. Fleet operators and manufacturers should prepare for a pivot in state procurement priorities that favors propane infrastructure and vehicle deployment over electric alternatives.

25 Mar 2026, 21:36revisor.mn.govUnited States

Brazil Chamber Committee Approves Bill on Preference Margins for National Products in Public Procurement

Brazil's Economic Development Committee has approved a bill mandating price preference margins of up to 30% for domestic and innovative products in federal public procurement. If enacted, this policy will significantly disadvantage foreign suppliers while incentivizing local manufacturing and technological development within the Brazilian market.

25 Mar 2026, 21:34camara.leg.brBrazil