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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Sorocaba-São Paulo train to have pre-selection of companies before the auction; understand

The Sorocaba-São Paulo intercity train project will include a pre-selection phase for companies before the public auction, involving competitive dialogue as part of the bidding process.

Mar 23 • 02:03 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

19 million euro error in Stradiņš hospital procurement proposal does not change the outcome

A procurement appeal concerning a 19 million euro arithmetic mistake in a hospital construction contract was rejected by the court, allowing the next bid to proceed despite the adjustments.

Mar 22 • 18:51 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

For the first time, a state official is arrested in the EPPO case regarding EU funds in Latvia: a wide network of possible IT procurement schemes is revealed

Latvian authorities have arrested state officials and business leaders in connection with potential fraud in IT procurement linked to EU funds.

Mar 22 • 18:50 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Liopa 'sticky finger': who else was detained in the IT procurement fraud case?

Among the 21 detained individuals are government officials, IT company leaders, and representatives from two major audit firms involved in a fraud case linked to EU-funded procurement.

Mar 22 • 18:29 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Surprising Purchase by the Ministry of Defense. Why is the ministry buying plush teddy bears?

The Polish Ministry of Defense has come under scrutiny for its decision to purchase plush teddy bears, igniting social and political controversies regarding the appropriateness of such procurement.

Mar 21 • 15:12 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ogun appoints bureau DG

The Ogun State Government has appointed Feyisara Bolarinwa-Adebowale as the new Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement.

Mar 21 • 00:50 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Sercop detects regulatory non-compliances in communication contract process of the Prefecture of Guayas

The National Public Procurement Service (Sercop) in Ecuador has identified regulatory non-compliances in a communication contract process associated with the Prefecture of Guayas.

Mar 20 • 23:21 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ogun appoints new procurement bureau DG

The Ogun State Government has appointed Feyisara Bolarinwa-Adebowale as the new Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement, succeeding the late Dr. Adesina Olanloye.

Mar 20 • 15:48 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Bribery in Multimillion-Dollar Construction Project: What's Next?

A Lithuanian company is under investigation for allegedly bribing a public servant in connection with a million-euro construction contract.

Mar 20 • 12:38 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

Liopa, arrested in an IT procurement fraud case, suspended from his position at the DAP

Jorens Liopa has been suspended from his position at the State Environmental Department following his arrest in a criminal investigation into IT procurement fraud.

Mar 20 • 05:56 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Offset for Apache Helicopters Finally Lands

A new agreement regarding offsets for the procurement of Apache helicopters is set to provide technological benefits and economic implications for Poland.

Mar 20 • 03:02 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

White men 'clearly' targeted as Virginia Dems’ race-sex bill hits Spanberger’s desk: experts

Experts believe that a Virginia bill which prioritizes small, women-owned, and minority-owned businesses for procurement may face legal challenges due to perceived targeting of white men.

Mar 19 • 19:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PSOL councilwoman questions Nunes for free lease of the Interlagos racetrack for Lollapalooza

Councilwoman Amanda Paschoal (PSOL-SP) has questioned the free lease of the Interlagos racetrack for the Lollapalooza festival by São Paulo's city government, suggesting potential irregularities and lack of proper procurement processes.

Mar 19 • 19:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Tusk found a way to bypass the president's veto for defense loan procurement

Poland's government seeks to obtain favorable EU loans for its defense sector despite President Karol Nawrocki's veto.

Mar 19 • 19:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Frigate Order: When Armaments Projects Run Aground

The German Navy's latest order for frigates highlights significant challenges in EU defense policy and procurement processes.

Mar 19 • 17:51 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Government awards $307M contract to Colt Canada to manufacture over 65,000 rifles for the Canadian Armed Forces

The Canadian government has awarded a $307 million contract to Colt Canada to manufacture over 65,000 new rifles for the Canadian Armed Forces, replacing outdated equipment.

Mar 19 • 15:16 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Several factors create a grateful background for easier questioning of election results, emphasizes Sārts

In a recent interview, Jānis Sārts highlighted concerns over the integrity of election results due to IT procurement issues and the risks of foreign influence in upcoming elections in Latvia.

Mar 19 • 07:17 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Pharmaceuticals ask Sheinbaum to favor purchases of Mexican medicines: 'There will be no subsidies'

The president of the Mexican Association of Pharmaceutical Laboratories urged the government to prioritize local companies in public drug purchases to bolster the national pharmaceutical industry.

Mar 18 • 21:32 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania announce joint procurement for Rail Baltic regional trains

Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have announced a joint procurement for regional trains for the Rail Baltic project, but there are concerns about the timeline for the railway's completion, particularly regarding the segment in Latvia.

Mar 18 • 19:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Baltic States Plan to Jointly Purchase 'Rail Baltica' Trains

The Baltic countries are collaborating to procure trains for the 'Rail Baltica' project, despite concerns over construction delays.

Mar 18 • 18:07 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Crime & Justice

Arrested for fraud in IT procurement after being dismissed for election scandal

Jorens Liopa, former director of the State Digital Development Agency of Latvia, has been arrested in connection with fraud allegations regarding IT procurement procedures related to municipal elections.

Mar 18 • 18:04 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

In Latvia, 21 individuals arrested for fraud in public IT procurement worth 1.5 million euros

A total of 21 people, including government officials, have been arrested in Latvia for their involvement in fraudulent activities related to public IT procurement contracts.

Mar 18 • 16:45 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The opposition calls for significant IT procurement violations to be assessed by the National Security Council

Latvia's opposition party is urging a national body to review alleged violations in IT procurement to ensure electoral integrity and national security.

Mar 18 • 14:50 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Regions Escape Million Fines – Company Cambio Pays

A Swedish court ruled that a controversial procurement of the Cosmic journal system was illegal, but the fines will be covered by the company Cambio instead of the nine involved regions.

Mar 18 • 14:32 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The largest highway contract may face complications. Objections have also been raised in the second competition for the Turany – Hubová section

Complications arise in the awarding of the Turany – Hubová highway construction contract due to new objections against the tender conditions.

Mar 18 • 13:44 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Latvian police arrest 21 people due to a 1.5 million euro procurement fraud

Latvian police arrested 21 individuals, including several officials, in connection with a 1.5 million euro procurement fraud case initiated by the European Public Prosecutor's Office.

Mar 18 • 11:21 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

KrF wants to open an inspection case against the Minister of Defense after mask deal

The Christian Democratic Party (KrF) in Norway plans to initiate an inspection case against Minister of Defense Tore O. Sandvik following issues with a mask procurement deal.

Mar 18 • 11:20 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Claims Minister Misinformed About 'Ukraine Masks': - Very Unusual

Per-Willy Amundsen criticizes Defence Minister Tore O. Sandvik for allegedly providing misinformation to the Parliament regarding a procurement deal for masks amid governmental scrutiny.

Mar 18 • 10:47 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

In a case of information technology fraud, among those arrested are also state officials

Latvian police arrested 21 people, including state officials, in connection with a €1.5 million information technology procurement fraud investigation led by the European Public Prosecutor's Office.

Mar 18 • 09:09 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Significant investment in official trips: the state travel procurement amounts to three million euros

The Estonian Parliament is set to procure travel services amounting to three million euros, primarily for trips outside the country.

Mar 18 • 08:02 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Crime & Justice

21 people detained, including state officials, on suspicion of fraud in IT procurement worth 1.5 million euros

Latvian police have detained 21 individuals, including state officials, in connection with a significant fraud case involving IT procurement valued at 1.5 million euros.

Mar 18 • 07:07 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Crime & Justice

21 people arrested in connection with a 1.5 million euro IT procurement fraud case, including government officials

21 individuals, including government officials, have been arrested in Latvia for their involvement in a scheme to defraud 1.5 million euros in IT procurements funded by the European Regional Development Fund.

Mar 18 • 07:07 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Crime & Justice

KNAB case involving the disclosure of undisclosed information in an IT procurement includes the State Secretary of VARAM Balševics

The KNAB is investigating a case involving the potential disclosure of undisclosed information by two state officials linked to IT procurements, with the State Secretary of VARAM implicated.

Mar 18 • 06:04 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Marek Kobylański: When Official Recommendations Fail

The article discusses the complications arising from Poland's public procurement process, specifically regarding electronic submission channels.

Mar 18 • 03:59 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Tender disputes are not being recognized because appeals were submitted to KIO via e-Delivery

The article discusses issues with tender appeals that were submitted through the e-Delivery system after February 2nd, which is causing them not to be recognized by the National Appeals Chamber in Poland.

Mar 18 • 03:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Marek Domagalski: EU symbol won't improve proceedings

Marek Domagalski discusses the limitations of the EU symbol in enhancing procedural efficiency.

Mar 18 • 03:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Regions fined after deal on record-keeping system

The Gothenburg Administrative Court has imposed fines on nine regions for entering into a contract for the Cosmic record system without a proper procurement process.

Mar 17 • 13:52 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Region Västernorrland broke the law - fined 10 million

Swedish region Västernorrland and eight others have been fined 10 million kronor each for illegal contractual amendments related to the controversial purchase of the Cosmic journal system.

Mar 17 • 13:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

J. Petkuvienė begins her role as the director of the Vilnius Procurement Agency

J. Petkuvienė has been appointed as the new director of the Vilnius Procurement Agency, bringing extensive experience from her previous roles in public procurement management.

Mar 17 • 13:12 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Britain, Finland, and the Netherlands Consider Cooperation in Weapon and Ammunition Purchases

Britain, Finland, and the Netherlands are exploring collaboration in military procurement efforts.

Mar 17 • 12:52 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Head of State announced laws regarding the compensation for war damages by Russia and waste management

President Alar Karis approved two laws concerning the establishment of an international commission for Ukraine's damage claims and the procurement of waste recycling and disposal services by local governments.

Mar 17 • 11:32 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Potato Chips 'Wasabi Beef' Shipping Halted Due to Difficulties in Heavy Oil Procurement Amid Middle Eastern Situation

The production and shipping of 'Wasabi Beef' potato chips by Yamayoshi Seika has been halted due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, affecting heavy oil supplies necessary for manufacturing.

Mar 17 • 10:55 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Education and Youth Agency is purchasing travel organization services for millions

The Estonian Education and Youth Agency is seeking to contract travel services for both domestic and international trips, with the aim of facilitating various travel-related needs.

Mar 17 • 10:05 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Norway and the United Kingdom collaborate on new boats for the Armed Forces

Norway and the UK are planning a joint procurement of up to 30 new boats for coastal operations, as stated by the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency.

Mar 17 • 08:57 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Norway and the United Kingdom join forces: Will buy up to 30 military vessels

Norway and the UK are collaborating on a joint procurement of up to 30 military vessels for coastal operations.

Mar 17 • 08:52 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Self-cleaning. The principle of proportionality in assessing corrective actions of the contractor [ANALYSIS]

The article discusses the increasing frequency of cases regarding exclusion criteria in public procurement and the institution of self-cleaning for contractors applying for public contracts in Poland.

Mar 16 • 17:56 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Graph of the Day: The War in Iran Drives Up Fertilizer Prices, but Food in Europe Is Not Expected to Increase Sharply

The ongoing conflict in Iran has caused a 40% rise in global prices for key nitrogen fertilizers, though food prices in Europe are expected to remain stable due to a market surplus and prior fertilizer procurement by farmers.

Mar 16 • 15:54 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Procurement Committee: Approval of Air Defense System Purchase and Upgrade of 38 F-16s

The Greek parliamentary committee has approved a defense expenditure of approximately 4 billion euros for a new air defense system and the upgrade of 38 F-16 fighter jets.

Mar 16 • 15:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Greece has approved the procurement of a new air defense system

A parliamentary committee in Greece has approved the procurement of a €3 billion air and drone defense system, along with upgrades to the Air Force's F-16 fighter jets.

Mar 16 • 15:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After restriction due to difficulty in purchasing diesel, buses return to circulate in São Leopoldo

Buses in São Leopoldo resumed normal operations following a temporary suspension caused by diesel procurement issues.

Mar 16 • 12:33 UTC

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