1. Due diligence a standard of conduct for contracting authoritiesThe concept of due diligence is a cornerstone in international law, serving as a standard of conduct for both businesses and states. The UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) establish the responsibility of...
Check out this new working paper by our early-stage researcher Xinyue Xue discussing reserved contracts for small businesses in U.S. Federal procurement!
Sustainable Award Criteria are a widely employed tool to achieve sustainability goals, rewarding practices that align with resource efficiency, social responsibility, and long-term impact during the contract award stage. While the use of this tool has been growing steadily over the past decade,...
1.Sustainable Contract Performance Ezgi's research examines sustainability clauses in public procurement contracts, focusing on achieving sustainable contract performance. She uncovers the limits of contract law and investigates monitoring and enforcement practices to facilitate the integration of...
Alexandru Buftic's research tackles one of the most pressing issues of our time: sustainability in the construction industry. His work aligns closely with the European Union's ambitious goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050, offering valuable insights into how this sector can contribute to...
1. Sustainable Public Procurement: From the International Agenda to Actual Buying Practices Aura Iurascu’s research on public procurement and circular economy focuses on the EU and Member States level. However, the relevance of the international context and global commitments cannot be...
