Disclaimer: the current documentation is not the final version, it is an ongoing task that will be ended up by the end of implementation task.
I.3. ESPD Main goals and benefits
The main goals and benefits of the ESPD are:
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Reduce the administrative burden;
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Facilitate participation in public procurement;
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Together with other models or initiatives (like eCertis), the ESPD fosters the cross-border participation in procurement, increasing competition and supporting economic growth;
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Harmonise and optimise selection criteria;
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Support and foster the development of the Digital Single Market;
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Facilitate the participation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in public procurement;
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Provide transparency and more clarity about requested evidences;
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Ensure compliance with EU and national procurement regulation.
