More than 30 registered participants, over 20 attendees, and many friends who reached out asking for updates on the outcomes of today’s meeting. So here we are—sharing the key points of a gathering that confirms how rapidly our community is expanding and how strongly the European conversation on professionalisation is accelerating.
The President of ASSORUP Mr. Daniele Ricciardi opened the session by presenting the
agenda
- Welcome and Acknowledgements
Brief thanks to contributors, partners, and participating organisations for their support in reaching this stage. - Milestone 1 Achieved
Presentation of the results of the first milestone: publication of the European Report on Professionalisation in Public Procurement and community engagement outcomes. - Network Structure: Formal or Informal Model
Discussion on possible organisational models, including advantages, implications, and expected commitments. - Participation Criteria
Definition of eligibility, roles, responsibilities, and expected contributions from members. - Governance Framework
Exploration of governance options, decision-making mechanisms, and the role of the Scientific and Technical Committee. - Financing and Sustainability
Overview of potential funding mechanisms, contributions, sponsorships, and long-term sustainability strategies.
The professionalisation of procurement is moving forward at the pace of the upcoming 2026 Directive, and the window of opportunity is now. At the press conference, we will welcome representatives of the European Parliament and EU institutions involved in drafting the new directives, as well as key stakeholders from the sector. More details will follow in the coming days.
Your contribution is extremely important.
The success of this initiative depends on the active involvement of organisations and professionals who believe in the value of a European community of public procurement managers. Every perspective shared helps us shape a stronger, more representative network.
By completing the registration form, you will help us gather your organisation’s views—whether you are a public buyers’ association or a community of procurement experts—on the pillars needed to build the European network.
The momentum is strong, the community is growing, and the path toward a European framework for professionalisation is clearer than ever. We look forward to continuing this journey together.
Next step: 6 May, 16:00, European Parliament — the moment when the first milestone of our European project will be officially completed with the presentation of the EUPPM Report. Those wishing to attend in person may register. Seats are limited, and we are currently assessing the possibility of providing live streaming to ensure broader participation. The meeting will conclude in the evening in Bruxelles with a networking session, open to representatives of communities and organisations who are genuinely committed—both in passion and expertise—to building the European network of public procurement professionals. This is the moment to act. We cannot afford to lose time
Video of the meeting
We apologise for the partial recording of the video. As our community grows, so does the need to strengthen our communication capacity!