On 9 September 2026, the European Commission published its long-awaited proposal for a new EU Public Procurement Regulation. The proposal would replace the three 2014 procurement directives with a single, directly applicable framework, marking the most significant reform of EU procurement law in more than a decade. The proposal introduces far-reaching changes for contracting authorities, utilities and economic operators. It aims to simplify procedures, promote quality-based procurement, strengthen Europe's economic resilience and accelerate the digitalisation of procurement processes.
During this session, our public procurement specialists will discuss the key features of the proposal and their implications for organisations active in public procurement.
What we will cover
- From three directives to one directly applicable regulation
- New procurement procedures and reduced administrative burdens
- Best Price-Quality Ratio as the new default award method
- The new European preference toolbox and its impact on market access
- The digital transformation of public procurement
- Key questions for contracting authorities and economic operators
- Implementation considerations per jurisdiction
Programme
11:30 – 12:00 CEST Welcome and check-in
12:00 – 13:00 CEST Presentation & lunch
13:00 – 13:30 CEST Q&A
Location (Belgium)
3 November 2026 - Loyens & Loeff Brussels office
Tervurenlaan 2
1040 Etterbeek
For more information and questions, please email us at events@loyensloeff.com.
