Abstract
This article argues that the four main measures introduced in the 2014 reform of the Procurement Directives to promote Small andMediumSized Enterprises (SMEs) cannot be classified as measures favouring SMEs. A measure favours SMEs when it compromises the main objectives of competition, non-discrimination and value for money. The discussion covers the regimes on the division of larger contracts into lots, the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD), minimum turnover requirements, and direct payments to subcontractors.
Original language | English |
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Journal | European Procurement & Public Private Partnership Law Review |
Volume | 12 |
Issue number | 3 |
Pages (from-to) | 224-238 |
Number of pages | 15 |
ISSN | 2194-7376 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Sep 2017 |
Keywords
- Faculty of Law
- division into lots
- ESPD
- SMEs
- minimum turnover requirement
- direct payment to subcontractors