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European Commission Details Role of R&D Procurement in Innovation Act

The European Commission has published questions and answers regarding the European Innovation Act, highlighting the importance of pre-commercial research and development procurement.

By 9 Sep 2026 · 12:30 CET Updated 9 Sep 2026 · 12:30 CET

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The European Commission has released a question-and-answer document in Brussels detailing aspects of the European Innovation Act, according to information published on 9 September 2026.

The published material addresses the significance of research and development procurement, noting that pre-commercial procurement enables public buyers to direct research and innovation by articulating their specific requirements.

The document outlines how these procurement strategies can guide innovation efforts, though the released summary provides limited further details regarding the broader scope of the legislation.

Source: European Commission. Read the original report ↗

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