Public Spending Research Articles

Partisan Politics in Greece from 1974 to the Economic Crisis and Beyond

Abstract This paper presents the main features of the Greek political landscape during the period 1974–2008 and examines whether the governing ideology of the country’s main political parties is correlated with specific fiscal and monetary policy patterns. The descriptive analysis reveals two key findings. First, the data indicates ideological differences in fiscal policy during the pre-1993 period, with PASOK governments exhibiting higher public spending and deficits, while the conservative New Democracy (ND) demonstrated greater fiscal restraint. Monetary policy during this period also appears to follow ideological differences. Second, in the post-1993 period, two trends emerged that do not seem to be ideologically driven. From 1994 to 2001, both major political parties in Greece focused on joining the Economic and Monetary Union, aligning their policies with the Maastricht Treaty. This resulted in a decrease in government expenditure and an increase in total revenue, even under the left-wing PASOK government that was in office during that period. However, after Greece joined the eurozone, external constraints such as the Stability and Growth Pact did not effectively enforce fiscal discipline. From 2001 onward, there was an increase in expansionary fiscal policies, even under the right-wing ND government, suggesting that government ideology had minimal influence on fiscal variables during this period. Greece provides an intriguing example of how partisan politics can intersect with international institutional and policy constraints. (JEL codes: H2 and H1)

A Path towards SDGs: Investigation of the Challenges in Adopting 3D Concrete Printing in India

In recent years, three dimensional concrete printing (3DCP) has gained traction as a promising technology to mitigate the carbon footprint associated with construction industry. However, despite its environmental benefits, studies frequently overlook its impact on social sustainability and its overall influence on project success. This research investigates how strategic decisions by firms shape the tradeoffs between economic, environmental, and social sustainability in the context of 3DCP adoption. Through interviews with 20 Indian industry leaders, it was found that companies primarily invest in 3DCP for automation and skilled workforce development, rather than solely for environmental reasons. The lack of incentives for sustainable practices in government procurement regulations emerges as a significant barrier to the widespread adoption of 3DCP. Our study identifies five key strategies firms employ to promote sustainability through 3DCP and proposes actionable measures for government intervention to stimulate its advancement. Addressing these issues is crucial for realizing the full societal and environmental benefits of 3DCP technology.

Multicriteria selection practices in public tender evaluation process: the case of Sri Lanka

PurposeAwarding contracts based solely on the lowest price is unsuitable for every project. Consequently, most procurement systems in developed countries have progressed to the multicriteria selection practices (MSPs) for tender evaluation. MSPs consider a range of quality measures, such as completion time, life cycle cost, functional characteristics, environmental impact and innovation, alongside bid price. This study examines the prevailing MSPs in Sri Lankan public tender evaluations to enhance the effectiveness of the local tender evaluation process.Design/methodology/approachA desk study approach was employed to collect bidding documents, resulting in the identification of 66 documents. A systematic screening process was then applied to identify those bidding documents that incorporated MSPs. Subsequently, content analysis was conducted to determine the common features of the functions used in MSPs.FindingsThe study identified six primary functions related to MSPs incorporated in the bidding documents to procure building and substation projects. Three functions follow the price-to-quality method, while the remaining three follow the quality-to-price method. Among these identified functions, four functions employ objective evaluation criteria, such as thickness, capacity and operational loss. The other two functions utilize subjective evaluation criteria, such as the project’s design and technical specifications. Contract awarding will be based on either the highest score or the lowest bid, depending on the function type.Originality/valueThis study’s originality lies in exploring MSPs in the Sri Lankan public tender evaluation process and in disclosing their characteristics to promote the MSPs in Sri Lanka and developing countries.

The impact of green public procurement on corporate green innovation: evidence from machine learning and text analysis

Based on a database of over 650,000 green public procurement (GPP) contracts, we apply machine learning and text analysis methods to identify GPP. Our study examines the impact of GPP on green innovation using Chinese companies listed on the A-share market. The study has the following findings. (1) GPP significantly promotes green innovation by alleviating financing constraints and incentivizing green practices. (2) Enterprises in the maturity or growth stage, non-heavily polluting firms, and companies in regions with stringent environmental regulations are more likely to benefit from GPP. Additionally, GPP initiatives from local governments, centralized procurement, and university-based programs provide stronger incentives for green innovation. (3) Demand-side GPP and supply-side subsidies for green innovation have coordination effects. Corporate green innovation is positively influenced by the “Demand-side procurement First, Supply-side subsidies Later (DFSL)” and the “Demand-side procurement and Supply-side subsidies Simultaneously (DSS)” policies.

Enhancing Knowledge on Energy Refurbishment of Buildings and Green Procurement through Living Labs

Buildings account for a significant portion of energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, underscoring the urgent need for energy refurbishment and green procurement strategies. This study explores the potential of Living Labs, a collaborative and user-centered approach, to bridge knowledge gaps and foster innovation in these areas. The research employed a comprehensive methodology, including stakeholder surveys and statistical analyses, to evaluate knowledge enhancement in various domains such as green policies, mentoring, funding possibilities, and green public procurement. The results demonstrated statistically significant improvements in knowledge across different fields and stakeholder groups. This study contributes to the objectives of the European Green Deal by highlighting the role of Living Labs in advancing knowledge critical to achieving energy efficiency and sustainability targets. Based on these findings, several recommendations are proposed to further leverage the effectiveness of Living Labs in promoting the energy refurbishment of buildings and green public procurement.

Study of directions of unification of technology transfer in ukraine with the regulation of the European Union

Problem setting. In modern economic conditions, the key to effective economic development of any country is the development of the production sphere of the national economy. At the same time, its level depends on the penetration of knowledge-intensive, advanced and breakthrough technologies. Most economically developed countries even implement integrated state policies aimed at stimulating and scaling technology transfer processes. Thanks to this, the number of those technologies that are implemented in the sphere of public production increases, and the share of highly competitive products increases significantly. The economic system of Ukraine is no exception to this rule. Thus, since 2006, Ukraine has had a special official document the Law of Ukraine “On State Regulation of Activities in the Field of Technology Transfer”. Its main task is to determine the requirements of how the state (in the form of authorized bodies) will contribute to the scaling process of technology transfer. The course announced by Ukraine for joining the European Union (hereinafter referred to as “the EU”) imposes on it special obligations regarding the unification of regulatory approaches to the identification of technology transfer with EU requirements. The specified situation determines, on the one hand, the relevance of scientific research on this topic, and places on scientists the task of forming relevant proposals. It is science that should shape them and determine effective directions, methods and forms of unification of the principles of functioning of Ukraine with EU requirements and thereby stabilize and intensify the transfer of technologies. Purpose of research is to develop methods and techniques for unifying the regulatory approach to defining the essence of technology transfer in Ukraine with the requirements of the European Union. This will make it possible to formulate recommendations for the Ukrainian public authorities when they implement managerial decisions within the framework of the State technology policy and form the basis for proposals for amending its national regulatory acts. To achieve this goal, it is necessary to solve the following interrelated tasks: (1) to analyze the state of regulatory support for technology transfer under EU law; (2) to study the state of regulatory support for technology transfer under Ukrainian law; (3) to formulate proposals on the main directions of unification of legal regulation of technology transfer under Ukrainian law with the requirements of EU law. Analysis of recent research and publications. An analysis of recent research and publications on the topic shows that many scholars have considered the general issues of state intervention in the national economy. The problem of the essence of technology transfer has been studied both at the level of independent economic systems and within international organizational entities. Article’s main body. The object of this research is a set of regulatory methods and techniques for determining the content and essence of such a category as technology transfer. Both the requirements of Ukraine and the regulatory approaches of the European Union are studied. The analysis and generalization of the existing world and international approaches to the identification of the essence of technology transfer established that they are not unified among themselves and differ significantly from each other. It has been proven that this does not meet the needs of technology transfer participants and does not meet the strategic goals of Ukraine’s development. The expediency of expanding the existing concept of determining the essence of technology transfer defined in Ukraine is substantiated. Recommendations on directions for the unification of regulatory approaches to the definition of technology transfer with the European Union have been formed. The need to amend the provisions of the Law of Ukraine “On State Regulation of Activities in the Field of Technology Transfer” in order to bring it into line with the requirements of the European Union has been proven. Conclusions and prospects for development. It was determined that the current legislation of Ukraine contains a narrower approach to determining the essence of technology transfer. Recommendations on the unification of the requirements of Ukraine with the requirements of the EU, on the issue of identification of technology transfer, have been formed. The expediency of expanding the forms of technology transfer is substantiated by supplementing them with the following: – Transfer of technology during the implementation of special interstate defense and industrial programs. – Transfer of technology within the framework of grant funding and cooperation. – Transfer of technology during the implementation of public procurement. – Transfer of technology as a contribution to the integral property complex (statutory or accumulated capital) of economic entities. – Transfer of technology during the creation of startups.

State support for veteran entrepreneurship

Problem setting. In modern conditions, state support for veteran entrepreneurship plays a key role in the socioeconomic development of Ukraine. At the current stage, the veteran policy of Ukraine is being actively modernized and updated in accordance with the actual problems and challenges that arise during the implementation of state policy mechanisms regarding veteran entrepreneurship, however, the reformation requires attention to possible risks that may hinder the successful implementation of the policy. Involvement of war veterans in business activities is considered by the state and society as one of the most important mechanisms of reintegration of veterans, which corresponds to the state interests of Ukraine and the wishes of veterans according to sociological surveys. Purpose of research is to study the current state of legal regulation in Ukraine in the field of reintegration of veterans, in particular, the possibility of their professional adaptation and employment in entrepreneurial activities. Article’s main body. It has been established that promising directions for attracting veterans to entrepreneurship are: providing financial support to veteran business projects and benefits to veteran businesses in the field of public procurement along with related services (consultations, training, etc.), simplifying complex administrative procedures for veterans when receiving such benefits, ensuring equal access to state support programs for veterans.Evaluation of current initiatives and recommendations for their improvement can become the basis for further steps in the development of veteran entrepreneurship in Ukraine. Conclusions and prospects for the development. Modern Ukrainian legislation has ways to develop in the field of veterans’ rights protection, and the state policy of Ukraine is being modernized and updated in accordance with the current problems and challenges that arise during the implementation of state policy mechanisms for veteran entrepreneurship. However, on the way to reforming, those implementing it should pay attention to countermeasures that would make it impossible to reduce existing risks. In addition, laws could be passed to ensure that veterans receive preference in public contracting processes. This will not only support veterans in their transition to civilian life, but also emphasize their valuable skills and experience.

Problems of ensuring the systematic legal regulation of the functioning of the innovative infrastructure

Problem setting. In the conditions of martial law, the problems of rebuilding the national innovative economy and legal regulation of the activities of innovative infrastructure entities are of primary importance for ensuring national security and adapting to new challenges. Effective legal regulation of the functioning of innovation infrastructure entities using a systemic approach is able to ensure the proper level of development and functioning of the national innovation ecosystem and all its subsystems, including regional ones. However, at present, the state innovation policy and regional innovation policy do not have an effective relationship and an effective mechanism for supporting the activities of innovation infrastructure entities. Analysis of recent researches and publications. Problems of legal support and improvement of the functioning of the national innovation infrastructure and its elements have been studied by many scientists. S. V. Hlibko considered the issue of legal support for the strategy of the innovation process based on the organization of the functioning of the innovation infrastructure, including the features of the infrastructure support for the innovation process. O. V. Rozghon investigated the mechanism of technology transfer and its implementation in the innovation process. The issues of legal regulation of public procurement as a means of state regulation aimed at stimulating innovative activity in the European Union were considered in the scientific works of V. A. Chubenko. Purpose of research is to study the topical legal issues of ensuring the systematic legal regulation of the functioning of innovation infrastructure. Article’s main body. The legal support of the national innovation ecosystem should have effective means of supporting and stimulating the implementation of innovative activities and the corresponding infrastructural support of the innovation process, taking into account modern challenges and generally defined strategic orientations of the state in this area, at the same time, the construction of an effective innovation policy should also take place according to the principle of adaptive formation, taking into account real the needs of regulatory regulation, the current state of innovation development, the need to ensure effective interaction between all subjects of the innovation infrastructure and components of the national innovation system. It has been correctly determined that various legislative and by-laws in the field of innovative infrastructure development are insufficiently consistent and meaningfully connected, for the vast majority of elements of innovative infrastructure, both the content and the order of creation, specifics of activity, mechanisms of state regulation, etc. have not been defined. Therefore, the regulatory and legal provision of innovative infrastructure should be of a sys-temic nature, taking into account the peculiarities of carrying out innovative activities in the conditions of martial law and the urgency of the processes of Ukraine’s integration into the European political, economic, security, and legal space and the approaching acquisition of Ukraine’s membership in the European Union. Thus, ensuring the systematic legal regulation of the activities of innovation infrastructure entities is a key task in creating a favorable environment for the development of innovations; to achieve this goal, it is necessary to implement complex approaches and develop appropriate legislative mechanisms. In addition, ensuring the system of legal regulation of innovative activity requires a comprehensive approach and improvement of current legislation, taking into account the requirements of the modern innovation market and the need to accelerate European integration processes. Conclusions and prospects for the development. Based on the analysis of issues regarding the state of regulatory regulation of the functioning of innovative infrastructure, it is reasonable to conclude that the main shortcomings in the regulation of the specified area are: unsystematic legal regulation of the development of innovative infrastructure; lack of a purposeful and consistent state innovation policy coordinated with regional directions of innovation development; lack of effective systematic forecasting and strategic planning of the development of the sphere of innovative activity; insufficient regulatory and legal settlement of issues of innovation infrastructure development (including the declarative nature of innovation legislation and its inconsistency with strategic planning documents); lack of effective mechanisms for state support and stimulation of innovative infrastructure, etc. The solution of the mentioned problems requires the improvement of the state innovation policy regarding the support and development of the innovation infrastructure, the formation of a complete system of forecast and program documents of the country’s innovation development based on a comprehensive analysis of the situation, taking into account the influence of external and internal factors and the expected trends of changes in the influence of these factors in the long term.

The application of continuous audit and monitoring methodology: A government medication procurement case

In the government procurement process, waste and abuses are hard to avoid, and there are usually latencies between the event occurrence and detection works. The continuous audit methodology has been adopted by many public and private firms to actively monitor transactions and detect possible anomalies. Compared to the adoptions in the private sector, implementations of continuous audit and monitoring of government procurement analyses are limited. This study applies the continuous monitoring and audit methodology to the medication procurement data of a Brazilian city government, and it aims to help internal auditors identify exceptions and anomalies in procurements for further investigation. By introducing the comparison of exogenous data, this study further provides cost management opportunities.

Budget by Result and Its Incidence on The Quality of Public Spending Management, in the City of Chincha 2021

The purpose of this study was to clarify the relationship between economic performance and the quality of public spending in the city of Chincha in the year 2021. This study used a non-experimental, cross-sectional, descriptive, causal design with a quantitative approach. The sample consisted of 60 government officials from the Chincha health sector. The data collection technique was used, questionnaires as tools to evaluate these two variables. The value of Nagelkerke's pseudo R2 (0.346) depends on 34.6% of the uncertainty related to the quality of the administration costs. public finance. by results Indicators measure the amount and rate of spending, limited skills, the persistence of corruption, financial allocation performance, and evidence of a narrow health gap, rather than the quality of spending that the industry does not it can be better.rea.

The transition to direct mayoral elections in clientelistic environments: Causal public spending and service delivery effects

We examine the impact of the transition to direct mayoral elections on district spending and household public service access in Indonesia during a period of momentous national democratic reform. We leverage the arguably exogenous timing of direct local elections to specify a staggered difference-in-differences model, which we estimate using the latest methods to plausibly identify causal effects. We find that the transition to direct elections led to a consistent and large decline in capital spending in both pre- and post-election years. We also determine that the transition resulted in a moderate decrease in household service access in the post-election period. Pre-election capital spending impacts are a function of both general disruptions associated with the transition and emerging clientelism. Service access effects are completely explained by the relative extent of clientelism across districts. We conclude that the local democratic transition in Indonesia had a mostly negative impact on key spending and service outcomes, at least in the short-run and for those districts in which clientelistic practices were especially pronounced.

Tackling Corruption in the Public Sector: Innovative Approaches and Policy Reforms

Corruption in the public sector remains a significant challenge that undermines governance, economic growth, and public trust. This paper examines innovative approaches and policy reforms aimed at addressing corruption in public institutions. By exploring case studies from various countries, the research identifies successful strategies that incorporate technology, transparency, and accountability. Digital solutions such as blockchain, e-governance systems, and data analytics have emerged as effective tools in reducing corrupt practices by improving transparency in public procurement, financial transactions, and service delivery. Additionally, the paper highlights the importance of fostering a culture of integrity within public institutions through ethical leadership, whistleblower protections, and comprehensive legal frameworks. Policy reforms, including the implementation of anti-corruption agencies, stronger regulatory oversight, and international cooperation, are also discussed as essential components in the fight against corruption. The findings suggest that a multi-faceted approach combining technological innovations, institutional reforms, and public participation is critical to curbing corruption in the public sector. This study contributes to the broader discourse on governance and offers actionable insights for policymakers seeking to implement effective anti-corruption measures.

MODEL OF CORRELATION BETWEEN ANTI-CORRUPTION INSTITUTIONS OF INTERNATIONAL AND NATIONAL LAW

The subject of the article is a model of correlation between anti-corruption institutions of international and national law. The research methodology involved the use of formal and dialectical logic, historical and legal, comparative legal, anthropological and legal, economic and legal, hermeneutical, synergetic, systemic, and statistical methods. The purpose of the article is to reveal the model of correlation between anti-corruption institutions of international and national law. It is determined that anti-corruption policy becomes a value when it is implemented on an institutional basis. Such a basis means its independence from the acquisition of public power by any person. The sustainability and completeness of the manifestation of virtues in legal relations are ontologically determined by the processes of nation-building, which, in turn, are based on the values of law inherent in human nature. The anti-corruption model is influenced by historical, spiritual, cultural, external conditions, climatic, geographical and other living conditions. Such a model becomes effective when all these factors and their conditions form the best basis for the development of the nation, compared to others, through the full use of the energy potential of the virtues of all its members. Any delay, irresponsibility and/or unjustified loss of vigilance regarding the components of this model leads to decline. It is emphasised that the national anti-corruption model is ternary, since it is based on three main elements, namely, anthropospatial legislation, the practice of its application within the framework of administrative and jurisdictional procedures. The configuration of both elements of the model and their parts is determined by its uniqueness. The most superficial classification of these models is based on the system of criminal justice components. The fundamental classifications of national anti-corruption models are based on the anthropological dimension of legislation and practices of its application outside the criminal process. This is the strategy of anti-corruption work. The role of a person in the strategy process is not to remain in office as long as possible, but to remain in office as useful and effective as possible. Corruption distortions in legal relations disappear where the individual nourishes the institutions of law and power rather than replaces them. The author establishes that the correlation between national and international anti-corruption models is conditional, since the international model has not yet been formed and largely reflects the worldview of the Western legal tradition. It is also precocious to discuss an international anti-corruption model because the international community has not reached a sincere agreement on a universal set of human rights and freedoms and their scope. However, such a substantive understanding is the essence of anti-corruption policy, where its rules and practices reveal the nature of human virtues in legal relations. Currently, there is no complete description of the counterbalance to this tradition of law. Eastern, Muslim, Hindu and other non-Western cultures have adopted legal institutions for the declaration of assets and interests of public officials, conflicts of interest, financial audits of public procurement and anti-corruption criminal justice systems. The Republics of Singapore, Japan and Hong Kong have been the most successful in this anti-corruption legislative reception. The implementation of these institutions by other nations requires their adaptation to unique existential conditions, so that the potential for the liberation of human virtues by the force of legislative requirements is organically strengthened by the conditions of the nation's development. This will manifest the features of both innovation and anthropo-dimensionality of law.

Analyzing the impact of tax-based vs. rent-based funding on the effectiveness of environmental protection policies

The necessity of government intervention, particularly through public spending, to address market failure in providing public goods like environmental quality is widely recognized. However, the effectiveness of fiscal environmental policies in improving the environment remains unclear. This paper aims to explore the impact of funding sources for government expenditures on environmental quality. Using a Ramsey growth model, we investigate the consequences of two alternative funding sources for environmental protection: Taxes and natural resources rents. The model highlights that along the balanced growth path, financing environmental spending through taxes enhances environmental quality, while funding from natural resources rents leads to its deterioration. Furthermore, the model emphasizes the crucial role of socio-political institutions governing the economy in understanding the link between environmental protection expenditures and environmental outcomes. To test the model's propositions, we utilize a panel dataset of 76 countries spanning from 1995 to 2018. Our empirical findings corroborate the notion that the funding sources of environmental protection expenditures significantly impact environmental outcomes. Additionally, the results indicate that higher institutional quality, such as greater state capacity, enhances the effectiveness of the government's environmental spending in improving environmental quality. Our findings offer valuable insights for policymakers and researchers seeking to design effective strategies for environmental preservation and sustainable growth.

The impact of public spending on economic growth in Morocco from 1960 to 2022: An ARDL bounds approach

The impact of public spending on economic growth is a major topic in macroeconomics that has been debated for a long time. This debate has recently intensified particularly in the Moroccan context. This research examines how public spending has affected economic growth in Morocco from 1960 to 2022. To achieve this objective, we have selected a quantitative approach with an econometric analysis to assess the variables in question. Research methodology employs the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) bounds testing approach. This study analyzes at a time the short- and long-run effects of public spending on economic growth using time-series data. The study's findings indicate a significant and positive impact of public expenditures on economic growth both in the short- and long- run. The results of this study are consistent with earlier studies despite using different variables that support the validity of our findings. Our research provides robust insights into the dynamics of public spending and economic growth in Morocco by spanning such an extensive period. The ARDL bounds testing approach allows for a nuanced understanding of the immediate and delayed effects of public expenditures. The findings of this research underscore the importance of public spending in fostering economic growth and highlight the potential benefits of maintaining or increasing such expenditures.

The impact of EU public procurement regulations on tenders in Spain: a study with adalimumab.

Pharmaceutical spending accounts for a significant portion of public healthcare budgets. To manage these costs, EU countries implement various cost-containment policies, including competitive tendering for pharmaceuticals. This study examines the impact of EU public procurement regulations on medication procurement practices. A search for all published tenders of adalimumab in Spain from 2018 to 2024 in the Spanish Public Sector Procurement Database, a period that coincides with the implementation of European legislation and the emergence of adalimumab biosimilars. All available documentation for each tender was reviewed, including the tender offer, technical specifications, specific administrative clauses, appointments of evaluation commissions, supporting memorandum, and evaluation reports. Our findings reveal substantial price reductions following the introduction of adalimumab biosimilars, yet highlight significant variability in tender criteria and practices across different regions. Despite adherence to EU directives, the inconsistent application of economic and non-economic factors and an erratic criteria concerning price undermine the intended balance of quality and cost, complicating procurement processes and potentially affecting the availability of a given treatment for patients.

Типовые условия государственного контракта на государственное геологическое изучение недр

The full implementation of the state geological survey of the subsurface directly depends on the terms of government contracts, which should reflect the specifics of the field of the subject of purchase, which cannot be done without special conditions for this type of government contracts. It is possible to avoid delaying procurement procedures for the state geological study of subsurface resources and possible nonfulfillment of tasks assigned to state customers by establishing standard conditions necessary to reflect the specifics of the subsurface use area. In this regard, the special law on public procurement requires adjustments in terms of setting standard conditions for the approval of project documentation and the ability of customers to limit the cost of an informational geological report.

Unfair competition in public procurement related to intellectual property rights

The article examines the advantages and risks of using the negotiation procedure forpublic procurement of goods, works, and services that include objects of intellectual propertyrights. An analysis of Ukrainian and EU legislation regarding public procurementthat includes objects of intellectual property law was carried out. The practice of conductingpublic procurement in Ukraine under the negotiated procedure in cases where there isa need to protect intellectual property rights is considered. It was concluded that there aredifficulties in understanding and, accordingly, in the practice of applying the provisions ofthe legislation regarding the application of the negotiation procedure for public procurementof goods, works, and services that include objects of intellectual property rights. Imperfectlegislation on public procurement with regard to objects of intellectual propertyrights leads to unfair competition in the form of rights abuse. It is proposed to specify inthe legislation of Ukraine the cases in which the negotiation procedure can be applied tothe public procurement regarding objects of intellectual property rights and to identifyspecific objects of intellectual property rights in relation to which such a procedure can potentiallybe applied. Proposed proposals for supplementing the Law of Ukraine «On PublicProcurement» with the provision of Directive 2014/24/EU that the negotiation procedurefor public procurement related to objects of intellectual property rights is used in exceptionalcases when there is no reasonable alternative or replacement, and the lack of competitionis not the result of artificially narrowing procurement parameters. It was alsoproposed to clarify the provisions of Paragraph 5, Clause 2, Part 2 of Article 40 of the Lawof Ukraine «On Public Procurement» regarding the application of the negotiation procedurefor public procurement that include to objects of intellectual property rights as follows:«if the subject of public procurement is goods, works, or services containing objects ofintellectual property rights» in order to better understand it.

The Procurement Law in Albania: Effects in the Albanian Economy and State Budget

The purpose of the study is to analyze and discuss Law no. 162/2020, "On the procurement public", which is a law harmonized and integrated with the directives of the European Union (2014/24, directive 2014/25 and directive 89/665 EEC, 92/13/EEC on legal remedies and administrative review) and, for this, it is necessary to analyze the effects of this Law in the Albanian economy as well as in the state budget. Also, based on the data from public institutions, possible recommendations will be given to further align the Albanian procurement legislation with the relevant EU acquis. In addition, the problems arising during the implementation of this law in practice by contracting authorities and economic operators will be analyzed, with the aim of facilitating the procurement process for all parties and the regulatory authority in the field of public procurement through the further transposition of EU directives as well as addressing ambiguities and problems.

Harnessing the potential of public procurement for the protein transition – perceived barriers and facilitators

AbstractShifting dietary patterns from animal-based proteins to more plant-based and alternative protein sources – the protein transition – is urgently needed to improve planetary and human health. Public food procurement is considered to be an effective policy instrument to accelerate the protein transition and to be a potential game changer towards a sustainable food system. However, this potential has remained far from leveraged, and it is largely unknown which barriers and enablers exist in that context. Therefore, this study aimed to gain insight into the barriers and facilitators that are perceived by relevant stakeholders when implementing the protein transition in public food procurement. Our study was conducted in the Netherlands, because of the policy goals set by the Dutch government with regard to the protein transition (50% of the proteins consumed should include animal-based proteins and 50% plant-based proteins by 2030) and because the extent to which the protein transition has been included in the food procurement of Dutch (semi-)public organizations is still largely unknown. However, findings are also relevant for other countries. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with participants from a wide range of (semi-)public organizations (e.g., universities, hospitals, governments), in 2022. Five main themes of barriers and facilitators were identified: (1) support and motivation, (2) food availability and offerings, (3) financial considerations and incentives, (4) policies, processes, and contracts, and (5) environmental factors. The insights from this study can strengthen the scientific evidence base and can serve as a foundation for future research. Moreover, the insights can be beneficial to officials working in (semi-)public organizations to effectively design and execute their procurement process, and can help policymakers in policy development to foster (semi-)public organizations to implement the protein transition in their own contexts.