Transforming how governments spend to deliver better results for people and the planet

Our mission

We are building a global movement of reformers working to open up and transform public procurement so it delivers better results for people, fair competition, and a more sustainable future.

Why

One out of every three Euros spent by governments goes into public procurement. Yet, it is often a 'black box', underfunded, bureaucratic and prone to corruption. We believe government spending should be an open book.

By opening up public contracting, we save billions, deter corruption, create a level playing field for businesses, invest in more sustainable communities, and ensure public services meet the needs of the people.

What we do

With its large, competitive economy and strong regional legislative framework, our work in Europe and globally enables us to test new ideas for implementing open contracting approaches, scale successful models, and inspire the global community to replicate them. Tapping into a diverse and active community allows us to ensure accountability and transparency of spending across the continent.

We will focus on the following programmatic areas:

• Democratic and accountable governments: We support and implement transparent, fair, and inclusive public procurement processes.
• Fairer markets: We promote open and fair competition so businesses can compete on a level playing field.
• Sustainable communities: We shift public spending toward social and environmental goals, not just the lowest bidder.
• Resilient and just societies: We fight corruption and promote transparency to build public trust in democratic institutions.

How we work

We provide the tools and build the coalitions needed to make change happen.

1. Standards, guidelines and tools
   We are developing, implementing, and promoting open contracting standards, guidelines and tools
2. Research and best practices
   We are conducting and publishing research, policy advice and share best practices from the global movement
3. Training and support
   We are organizing training courses, workshops and seminars to support our partners
4. Collaboration and community
   We are building a coalition of change of governments, civil society organizations, knowledge institutions, companies, and international partners

Who we are

Stichting voor Open Contracting is an independent charitable foundation based in the Netherlands. We are part of a global movement working alongside our U.S.-based sister organization Open Contracting Partnership to bring transparency and integrity to government spending across Europe and beyond.

Contact

Address

Eduard Jurgen Verbeke
Parnassus Tower, Locatellikade 1, 1076 AZ, Amsterdam, the Netherlands

RSIN

869073254