The Public Procurement Act is changing
🔍 Important Amendments to the Public Procurement Act (PPA) – What You Need to Know
Starting from July and September 2025, several amendments to the Public Procurement Act (PPA) will enter into force, impacting both contracting authorities and tenderers.
The changes stem from amendments to the Competition Act, the State Secrets and Classified Information of Foreign States Act, and the State Fees Act.
📌 Key Amendments:
✅ Broader Definition of “Entrepreneur” (from 6 July 2025)
According to § 4(4) of the Public Procurement Act (PPA), the definition of an entrepreneur will be expanded to include a wider range of entities, including persons performing administrative functions, when they also participate in the market.
✅ Defence and Security Sector Exemptions (from 18 July 2025)
Sections § 134 and § 170 of the PPA clarify that the Act does not apply to contracts based on international agreements concluded between the EU and third countries.
A new exemption is also introduced for products intended for military purposes, when related to the essential security interests of the state.
✅ Security in Procurement – Clarifications and New Obligations (from 1 September 2025)
Amendments to § 178 of the PPA concern:
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Proof of compliance with security requirements (including state secret handling authorizations and access clearance certificates)
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Inspections carried out through competent authorities of the country of establishment
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Clarifications on deadlines and formats for submitting evidence
📣 These amendments significantly affect the procurement process — particularly in the defence sector and in procurements involving classified information.
All contracting authorities and tenderers are encouraged to familiarize themselves thoroughly with the changes and adjust their procedures accordingly.
Read the detailed overview in the July issue of HankeRadar:
https://abmatteus.ee/teenused/hankeradar
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