European Public Procurement, Concessions, and Contract Management

The course will provide an up-to-date overview of the current rules and developments in European public procurement, based on the public procurement directive (Directive 2014/24/EU) and the directive on the award of concession contracts (Directive 2014/23/EU). Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the legal framework, principles, and practical applications of European public procurement laws.

The course includes a concise review of European public procurement rules and principles, reinforcing the fundamental guidelines that govern procurement activities across the EU. It then delves into Directive 2014/24/EU, covering its scope, procedures, and rules on public contracts from market consultation to contract award, highlighting practical developments. An in-depth analysis of the Remedies Directive ensures participants understand compliance and dispute resolution options. We will address competitive dialogue and the competitive procedure with negotiation, teaching participants how and when to use these methods in complex procurement situations. Directive 2014/23/EU, which governs the award of concession contracts for public works and services, is essential for those involved in PPP and large infrastructure projects. The course also explores contract performance, modification, and termination, especially focusing on contracts financed with European funds. Additionally, practical insights into effective contract management are provided, equipping participants with the necessary skills from inception to completion.

This course is part of the programme for obtaining EIPA’s European Certification for public procurement professionals. See more information here.

Course methodology

The course includes case analysis, debates, and exercises, with plenty of interactive sessions. Participants would benefit from reading the Directives covered in the programme prior to the course.

At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance. You will have access to the slides as well as additional learning material for a duration of six months after the course.

Please click here for the exam opportunity at the end of this course.

The course is intended for officials from national, sub-national and local authorities and other public bodies from the EU Member States, candidate countries and European bodies and organisations, who wish to familiarise themselves with European public procurement, PPP/private finance and concessions. It should also be of interest to managing authorities working in the new programing period as well as  private sector providers, professional advisers and academics involved in not only public procurement, concessions, and contract management

Project number: 2430807

Course venue
Hotel Granvia
Gran Via de les Corst Catalanes,
678 08010 Barcelona (ES)

Project Management Officer
Ms Belinda Vetter
Tel: +31 43 3296382
b.vetter@eipa.eu

Fee
The fee includes documentation, refreshments and lunches. Accommodation and travel costs are at the expense of the participants or their administration.

Discounts
EIPA member fee
EIPA offers a discount to all civil servants working for one of EIPA’s supporting countries, and civil servants working for an EU institution, body or agency.

Who are the supporting countries?
Civil servants coming from the following EIPA supporting countries are entitled to get the reduced fee: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden.

For all other participants, the regular fee applies.

Early bird discount
The early bird discount is not cumulative with other discounts or promo codes, except for the EIPA member fee.

Loyalty coupon
As a token of appreciation we offer all our participants a loyalty coupon for one of our future courses. The offer can be shared with colleagues and relevant networks. The coupon will expire one year after its release. This discount is not cumulative with other discounts, except for the EIPA member fee.

Meals
Dietary preferences can be indicated on the registration form.

Confirmation
Confirmation of registration will be forwarded to participants on receipt of the completed online registration form.

Payment
Prior payment is a condition for participation.

Cancellation policy
For administrative reasons you will be charged €150 for cancellations received within 15 days before the activity begins. There is no charge for qualified substitute participants.

EIPA reserves the right to cancel the activity up to 2 weeks before the starting date. In that case, registration fees received will be fully reimbursed. EIPA accepts no responsibility for any costs incurred (travel, accommodation, etc.).

A few days before the start of the course you will receive the log-in details for accessing the course materials. You can log in here.