Common requirements strengthen sustainability in procurement

All regions in Sweden apply the same requirements in their procurement. This ensures that suppliers work towards sustainability.

Regional Cooperation – In Two Minutes

Sweden’s regions are collaborating to promote sustainable procurement. Together, we’re making a difference. For sustainability in Swedish healthcare – and for people and the environment worldwide.

Guidance on due diligence

We support purchasers in using the contract clause – and suppliers in meeting it.

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Fifteen years of collaboration between the regions

In 2007, it was revealed that materials used in Swedish healthcare were being produced in factories that violated labor rights and human rights. The three largest regions responded by jointly developing clearer guidelines for supplier requirements.