Why EU procurement reform matters for fashion

BRUSSELS - The European Commission has embarked on a revision of the three core EU public procurement directives – 2014/23/EU, 2014/24/EU and 2014/25/EU – signifying a major shift in how public authorities across the EU buy goods and services.

Given that public procurement accounts for approximately €2.6 trillion annually, or about 15% of EU GDP, this revision is more than a technical update. It is aimed at modernising procedures, delivering environmental and social value, and linking public spending more directly with strategic policy goals.