Stockholm identified IT as a priority area to be addressed in this procurement due to the high risk of human and labour rights, as well as IT being an energy consuming product category. Tender specifications included provisions that encouraged innovation in terms of...
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Purchasing framework for energy-efficient client computer systems
For this opportunity, Scottish Procurement used a purchasing framework for energy-efficient client computer systems. The aim was to expand on the government's previous agreements, which considered corporate social responsibility to focus more on environmental risks...
Purchasing copy, printing and scanning services
As part of its IT strategy the city launched Zurich Optimised Output Management (Zoom) to standardize location and specifications of multifunctional devices to maximize efficiency.
Circular procurement for a sustainable learning environment
In 2017 Aalborg decided to set up a framework agreement for school furniture and used the opportunity to transform its approach away from simply buying tables and chairs to one that creates an inspiring learning environment that supports learners’ needs while...
Establishing a framework agreement to procure sustainable furniture
SKI (Staten og Kommunernes Indkøbsservice, National Procurement Ltd. in English) is a public company owned by the Danish government and National Association of Local Authorities in Denmark (KL). Their aim is to develop better framework agreements and other tools that...
Furniture framework applying circular economy principles
Malmö piloted a procurement approach to increase reuse and refurbishment of furniture. A framework contract was used in order to support more than one supplier and encourage a competitive market in furniture reuse and refurbishment. The framework included office,...