On 17 October, the EUPPM Conference 2026 concluded at the Archaeological Park of Pompeii, marking the final stage of three days of European dialogue on the future of public procurement. During the closing sessions, the working groups presented the conclusions of the eight thematic workshops held the previous day in Naples, sharing…
On the evening of 16 October, the EUPPM Conference 2026 continued with the Gala Dinner, a special occasion bringing together the European public procurement community. During the evening, ASSORUP presented scholarships for middle and high school students and the Leonardo Renzoni Memorial Award for the Best University Thesis, reaffirming the Association’s commitment to…
The second day of the EUPPM Conference 2026, held on 16 October at the University of Naples Federico II, was dedicated to eight thematic workshops bringing together public procurement professionals, experts, speakers and facilitators from across Europe. The morning sessions focused on the qualification of contracting authorities and economic operators, artificial…
The EUPPM Conference 2026 opened on 15 October at the University of Naples Federico II. Organised by ASSORUP and the EUPPM Network, the opening day brought together institutional representatives, academics and procurement professionals, launching three days of European dialogue. The programme focuses on the professionalisation of public buyers, the exchange…
The professionalisation of public procurement officers is entering a decisive phase at European level. Following EUPPM Network’s institutional mission in October 2025, during which the Association formally called on the European Commission to introduce a specific provision dedicated to public procurement officers within the reform of public procurement legislation, and…
Workshops recap and participation updates – 27 July 2026, 12:00 PM CEST A new presentation workshop for the EUPPM European Conference 2026 will take place online on 27 July 2026 at 12:00 PM CEST. The meeting will provide an opportunity to share the latest updates on the Conference, which will be held in Naples…
ASSORUP took part today in the Global Procurement Conference, held in the prestigious setting of Villa Mondragone in Frascati. This international event, now in its eleventh year, is organised by the University of Tor Vergata under the leadership of Professor Gustavo Piga. A symbolic venue for global dialogue on procurement,…
The Early Bird registration deadline for the EUPPM Conference 2026, taking place in Naples in October from 15th to 17th , has been extended until August 31th, 2026. The decision follows the requests received from numerous public administrations, institutions and organisations across Europe, which highlighted the time required to complete internal administrative procedures,…
From Brussels to a European Community of Practice The presentation of the first European Report on Public Procurement Professionalisation at the European Parliament in Brussels marked an important milestone in a collective journey that is now gaining momentum across Europe. Thanks to the engagement of professionals, institutions, academics and practitioners…
An unprecedented collective achievement for the community of public procurement managers ASSORUP proudly announces a milestone that marks a historic step for the entire European public procurement community. On 6 May 2026, at the European Parliament in Brussels, the first European Report on Professionalisation in Public Procurement will be presented…