The Procurement Act is being reformed: How can we at Graniiti support you in the midst of change? 

The Finnish public sector is in the midst of a major transformation. Changes in procurement law, a reassessment of in-house arrangements, and a shortage of resources require municipalities, welfare regions, and authorities to rebuild their ICT procurement – while ensuring the continuity and cost-effectiveness of services.

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What can the change mean in practice for municipalities?

1. Changes in in-house operations

10 %'s ownership requirement makes many previous in-house services subject to competition. This means that services previously procured from affiliated units must in future be put out to competition as market-based procurements in accordance with the Procurement Act. 

2. Procurement and ICT architecture resources

Several years of outsourcing have reduced procurement and project management skills in municipalities. The need for in-house expertise is growing and there is a shortage of qualified professionals.

 3. ICT migrations

For those outside the operating environment of in-house companies, extensive simultaneous ICT migrations occur, lasting months and tying up a large part of the organization's resources.

4. The position of small and medium-sized purchasing entities

Small and medium-sized procurement units may have to operate in fragmented system environments without the necessary support.

Why should you act now?

Changes in procurement law, the dismantling of in-house arrangements and market changes are creating a situation where the public sector must rebuild its ICT functions. Those organizations that begin the change in a controlled manner now will ensure:

  • cost management
  • systems continuity
  • efficient use of resources
  • competitive market position for the coming years.

The reform will strengthen public sector procurement expertise and build a sustainable digital infrastructure for the future.

Graniitti Services

""A well-prepared transition will strengthen municipal services and create a clear direction for ICT development""

At Graniiti, we support small and medium-sized municipalities in the midst of change.

We manage system surveys, tenders, migrations and supplier collaboration with years of experience. Comprehensive project management without the need to recruit new personnel.

1. Unified procurement model 

We work on market-driven and modern procurement models and ensure that architectural design, market dialogue and contract management form a functional whole.

2. Clarifying the ICT architecture

A basic architecture model tailored for municipalities helps manage the system environment, eliminates duplication, and creates a clear foundation for controlled and cost-effective competitive bidding.

3. Utilizing financing channels

We support procurement units in utilizing the opportunities offered by public development funding.

Our experts building our customers' digital future

It is crucial for municipalities to find a partner and method that:

  • lighten the administrative burden
  • ensure high-quality ICT services
  • minimizes transition risks
  • utilize the market effectively
  • works even with limited resources

Anssi Virtanen

Senior specialist in public procurement and contracts.

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