Public Procurement Predictions Driving Change in 2025
As we look ahead to 2025, several trends are expected to shape public procurement practices. These predictions reflect ongoing challenges and the policy priorities likely to emerge in the coming year.
Key Predictions of 2025
Public procurement is more than a mechanism for acquiring goods and services—it’s a powerful instrument shaping economic, environmental, and technological progress. In 2024, the procurement landscape evolved significantly, driven by new regulations, shifting priorities, and a growing emphasis on sustainability. As we step into 2025, these developments offer valuable insights into the trends that will define the year ahead.
AI Act and Daily Routines
AI will automate routine tasks, draft precise tender requirements, pre-fill standard content, and conduct compliance checks. They will analyze data and trends to optimize tender phrasing and structures, reducing ambiguity and bias.
Contract Management Powers Sustainability
Sustainability will take center stage as public buyers adopt stricter green procurement practices. To ensure suppliers meet these goals, public buyers will increasingly rely on contract lifecycle management tools.
Standardization in Procurement Planning
In 2025, public buyers will prioritize procurement planning to avoid falling behind in efficiency. Nearly 40% of resources go into planning, yet inefficiencies persist due to manual processes.
Increased Transparency in Below Threshold Spend
Purchases made below thresholds are usually the "blind spots" of most procurement teams, leading to a lack of transparency and accountability.
Better Preparedness with Supplier Management
Public procurement in 2025 will focus on resilience and better supplier management to address vulnerabilities revealed by recent global crises and climate-related events.
2024 in Recap: Progress and Transformation
This year marked a turning point for public procurement in the EU. One of the most significant milestones was the introduction of eForms, a new standardized format for publishing procurement notices across Europe, designed to replace the outdated templates.