The EBRD worked closely to facilitate GPA implementation and capacity building of domestic suppliers in Ukraine.
Ukraine became a Party to the GPA 2012 in May 2016. However, following accession, local economic operators did not have reliable information about the Agreement and the available businesses opportunities, nor had a clear understanding about the rules and procedures for participating in the procurement markets of other GPA Parties. There was insufficient communication between the Government, business associations and economic operators regarding participation in international government procurement of GPA Parties.
The Ministry of Economic Development and Trade (MEDTA) of Ukraine applied to the EBRD for technical support to facilitate the implementation of the GPA in Ukraine for the development of the international government procurement market in Ukraine and to provide capacity building to MEDTA on the implementation of the Agreement.
The results of subsequent successful participation of Ukrainian suppliers in GPA covered tenders became a positive factor in the implementation of the Agreements, encouraging other national businesses to participate in GPA tenders.
Support provided by the EBRD GPA TC Facility continues playing an important role in building practical capacities of Ukrainian SMEs and their awareness of the available tools provided by the GPA to access foreign markets.