CAIH Awards €1.16B Data Center Framework to SCC, Computacenter, CNS, and APL Data Center
27 Aug 2026
The Central Purchasing Body for Hospital IT (Centrale d'Achat de l'Informatique Hospitalière – CAIH) has awarded a series of framework agreements for data center hardware, software, and related services with a total maximum value of €1.16 billion. The procurement is divided into six lots covering storage, servers, virtualisation, data protection, and multi-technical data center environments. Winners include SCC FRANCE (three lots), COMPUTACENTER, C.N.S. Communications, and APL DATA CENTER. Introduction The Central Purchasing Body for Hospital IT (Centrale d'Achat de l'Informatique Hospitalière – CAIH) has conducted an open procedure for the procurement of data center hardware, software, and related services. The framework agreements support CAIH members in the acquisition, integration, and maintenance of technical infrastructures in the areas of servers, storage, and data protection, as well as advisory and implementation services for data center urbanisation and equipment. The procurement is divided into six lots with a total maximum value of €1.16 billion. The contracts run for 48 months (4 years) and were awarded to four suppliers: SCC FRANCE (Lots 1, 2, and 6), COMPUTACENTER (Lot 3), C.N.S. Communications (Lot 4), and APL DATA CENTER (Lot 5). All winners are medium-sized enterprises and no subcontracting was declared. Why This Contract Matters This contract ensures that French healthcare institutions have access to modern data center infrastructure, supporting digital health services and patient care. This contract matters because it: Supports healthcare IT: Provides infrastructure for hospital data centers Massive scale: Total maximum value of €1,160,000,000 Long-term commitment: 48-month framework agreements Comprehensive scope: Six lots covering storage, servers, virtualisation, data protection, and data center urbanisation Multi-supplier: Four suppliers selected across six lots National coverage: Serves CAIH member institutions across France SME participation: All winners are medium-sized enterprises Contract Timeline Previous notice: 75010-2025 Winner chosen (Lot 1): 11 June 2025 Winner chosen (Lot 2): 11 June 2025 Winner chosen (Lot 3): 3 June 2025 Winner chosen (Lot 4): 2 May 2025 Winner chosen (Lot 5): 29 April 2025 Winner chosen (Lot 6): 29 May 2025 Contract duration: 48 months (4 years) from conclusion Notice published: 27 August 2026 (OJ S 165/2026) Contract Overview CAIH conducted an open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU. Key features include: Six lots: Storage, Servers & Virtualisation, Data Protection, Technical Expertise & Audit, Data Center Urbanisation – AMOA & MOE, Data Center Urbanisation – Supply & Installation Total maximum value: €1,160,000,000 Lot 1 maximum: €200,000,000 Lot 2 maximum: €500,000,000 Lot 3 maximum: €50,000,000 Lot 4 maximum: €30,000,000 Lot 5 maximum: €30,000,000 Lot 6 maximum: €200,000,000 Duration: 48 months (4 years) Framework type: Without reopening of competition Evaluation: Price and Technical Value (varies by lot) Winners: SCC FRANCE (Lots 1, 2, 6), COMPUTACENTER (Lot 3), C.N.S. Communications (Lot 4), APL DATA CENTER (Lot 5) No subcontracting declared No EU funding Key Contract Details Detail Information Contracting authority Centrale d'Achat de l'Informatique Hospitalière (CAIH) Contract title ACQUISITION DE MATÉRIELS, LOGICIELS DU DATACENTER : STOCKAGE, SERVEURS, VIRTUALISATION, PROTECTION DES DONNÉES ET ENVIRONNEMENT MULTI TECHNIQUE. MAINTENANCE ET PRESTATIONS ASSOCIÉES Main CPV 48822000 Computer servers Additional CPV 48800000 Information systems and servers Procedure type Open procedure (standard regime) Legal basis EU Directive 2014/24/EU Total maximum value (EUR) €1,160,000,000.00 Number of lots 6 Contract duration 48 months (4 years) EU funding None Covered by GPA Yes Location Various locations across France Subcontracting No Lot Structure Lot 1 – Traditional Storage (SAN/NAS/Dedicated Switches) Title: Stockage traditionnel (SAN/NAS/Switchs dédiés) Maximum value: €200,000,000 Winner: SCC FRANCE Tenders received: 3 Rank: 1 Lot 2 – x86 Servers, RISC Servers, DAS, Hyperconvergence, Software Defined Storage, Virtualisation, Containerisation Title: Serveurs x86, serveurs RISC, DAS, Hyper convergence, Software Defined Storage, Virtualisation, Conteneurisation Maximum value: €500,000,000 Winner: SCC FRANCE Tenders received: 2 Rank: 1 Lot 3 – Complete Backup and Data Protection Solutions Title: Solutions complètes de sauvegarde et de protection des données (logiciels/Appliance/stockage dédié sur disque ou bande) Maximum value: €50,000,000 Winner: COMPUTACENTER Tenders received: 3 Rank: 1 Lot 4 – Technical Expertise and Audit on Infrastructure Solutions Title: Expertise technique et audit sur les solutions d'infrastructures Maximum value: €30,000,000 Winner: C.N.S. Communications Tenders received: 1 Rank: 1 Lot 5 – Data Center Urbanisation and Multi-Technical Environment – AMOA and MOE Title: Urbanisation et environnement multi technique du Datacenter – AmoA et MOE Maximum value: €30,000,000 Winner: APL DATA CENTER Tenders received: 2 Rank: 1 Lot 6 – Data Center Urbanisation and Multi-Technical Environment – Supply and Installation Title: Urbanisation et environnement multi technique du Datacenter – Fourniture et installation Maximum value: €200,000,000 Winner: SCC FRANCE Tenders received: 7 Rank: 1 Lot Summary Table Lot Title Max Value (€) Winner Tenders 1 Traditional Storage (SAN/NAS) 200,000,000 SCC FRANCE 3 2 Servers, Virtualisation, Hyperconvergence 500,000,000 SCC FRANCE 2 3 Backup and Data Protection 50,000,000 COMPUTACENTER 3 4 Technical Expertise and Audit 30,000,000 C.N.S. Communications 1 5 Data Center Urbanisation (AMOA & MOE) 30,000,000 APL DATA CENTER 2 6 Data Center Urbanisation (Supply & Installation) 200,000,000 SCC FRANCE 7 Total 1,160,000,000 Evaluation Criteria The evaluation criteria vary by lot: Lot 1: Price Lot 2: Price (2) and Technical Value (2) Lot 3: Technical Value Lot 4: Price Lot 5: Price Lot 6: Technical Value About the Contracting Authority Centrale d'Achat de l'Informatique Hospitalière (CAIH) is a French public procurement body (body governed by public law) responsible for centralised purchasing of IT solutions for healthcare institutions. CAIH serves a network of member hospitals and healthcare establishments across France, providing procurement services for IT infrastructure, software, and related services. About the Winners SCC FRANCE (Lots 1, 2, and 6) Size: Medium enterprise Headquarters: 96, rue des Trois Fontanot, Nanterre, France (NUTS: FR105) Registration number: 42498265000014 Specialisation: IT infrastructure, data center solutions, and services Awarded lots: 1 (€200M), 2 (€500M), and 6 (€200M) Subcontracting: No COMPUTACENTER (Lot 3) Size: Medium enterprise Headquarters: 229 rue de la Belle Etoile - ZI PARIS NORD II, Roissy, France (NUTS: FR108) Registration number: 388 734 568 00 495 Specialisation: IT solutions, data protection, and backup services Awarded lot: 3 (€50M) Subcontracting: No C.N.S. Communications (Lot 4) Size: Medium enterprise Headquarters: 91 cours Charlemagne, Lyon, France (NUTS: FRK26) Registration number: 453 526 519 00054 Specialisation: Communications and IT infrastructure solutions Awarded lot: 4 (€30M) Subcontracting: No APL DATA CENTER (Lot 5) Size: Medium enterprise Headquarters: 106 Avenue Marx Dormoy, Montrouge, France (NUTS: FR105) Registration number: 328 071 170 00075 Specialisation: Data center solutions and urbanisation Awarded lot: 5 (€30M) Subcontracting: No Winners Summary Supplier Size Location Lots Awarded Total Value (€) SCC FRANCE Medium Nanterre (FR105) 1, 2, 6 900,000,000 COMPUTACENTER Medium Roissy (FR108) 3 50,000,000 C.N.S. Communications Medium Lyon (FRK26) 4 30,000,000 APL DATA CENTER Medium Montrouge (FR105) 5 30,000,000 Procurement Analysis Procedure: Open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU. Competition: Varies by lot – from 1 to 7 tenders received. SME participation: All winners are medium-sized enterprises. Subcontracting: No subcontracting was declared by any winner. No EU funding: The procurement was not financed with EU funds. No framework agreement with reopening: The frameworks are without reopening of competition. No dynamic purchasing system used. Review body: Tribunal administratif de Lyon. Additional Procurement Facts The contract is covered by the WTO's Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). No EU funds were used for this procurement. The total maximum value across all lots is €1,160,000,000. The framework agreements run for 48 months (4 years). Lot 2 (Servers & Virtualisation) is the largest lot at €500,000,000. Lot 6 (Data Center Urbanisation – Supply & Installation) received the most tenders (7). Lot 4 (Technical Expertise) received only 1 tender. SCC FRANCE was awarded three lots (1, 2, and 6). All winners are medium-sized French enterprises. No subcontracting was declared. Market & Industry Perspective The French healthcare IT market is characterised by large-scale centralised procurement through bodies like CAIH. Hospital data center infrastructure is critical for digital health services, patient records, and clinical applications. Key trends in this market include: Healthcare digitalisation: Growing investment in hospital IT infrastructure Data protection: Increasing focus on backup and data protection Virtualisation: Adoption of virtualisation and containerisation Data center modernisation: Urbanisation and multi-technical environments Centralised procurement: CAIH as a central purchasing body Economic Significance At €1.16 billion, this framework represents one of the largest public sector IT procurements in France. The contracts will: Support healthcare IT: Provide infrastructure for French hospitals Enable digital health: Support modernisation of hospital data centers Support SMEs: All winners are medium-sized enterprises Provide long-term stability: 4-year framework agreements Drive innovation: Adoption of modern technologies Future Procurement Opportunities With these frameworks now in place, future opportunities include: Re-tender: Expected after the 4-year framework period Related services: Additional IT and healthcare technology services Subcontracting: Potential opportunities with the four winners Other healthcare bodies: Similar procurements in other French regions Opportunities for Suppliers While these contracts are awarded, opportunities remain for IT suppliers: Re-tender: Prepare for the next procurement cycle Subcontracting: Potential opportunities with SCC, Computacenter, CNS, or APL Related services: Additional healthcare IT procurements Other French regions: Similar data center procurements What Businesses Should Watch CAIH's future procurement notices Other French healthcare IT tenders Data center technology trends Changes to French public procurement regulations Digital health and healthcare IT developments FranceTenders Procurement Intelligence This data center framework is a notable example of large-scale French healthcare IT procurement. Several features stand out: Scale: €1.16 billion across 6 lots Four winners: SCC (3 lots), Computacenter (1), CNS (1), APL (1) SME focus: All winners are medium-sized enterprises Long-term: 48-month frameworks provide stability Competition: 1-7 tenders per lot Healthcare focus: Serves French hospital IT needs For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of: Technical expertise: Strong weighting on technical value in several lots Competitive pricing: Price is a key criterion in most lots Healthcare experience: Understanding hospital IT requirements Comprehensive solutions: Ability to cover multiple technology areas SME status: SMEs can compete effectively Supplier Takeaways Demonstrate technical expertise – technical value is key in several lots Offer competitive pricing – price is a key criterion Build healthcare IT experience Develop comprehensive data center solutions Monitor CAIH and French healthcare IT procurement opportunities Key Takeaways CAIH awarded a €1.16B data center framework across 6 lots Winners: SCC FRANCE (Lots 1, 2, 6), COMPUTACENTER (Lot 3), C.N.S. Communications (Lot 4), APL DATA CENTER (Lot 5) Duration: 48 months (4 years) Lot 2 (Servers & Virtualisation) is the largest at €500M Evaluation: Price and Technical Value (varies by lot) All winners are medium-sized enterprises No subcontracting declared 7 tenders received for Lot 6 (most competitive) Conclusion This data center hardware, software, and services framework represents one of the largest public sector IT procurements in France. By awarding contracts across six lots to four medium-sized suppliers, CAIH ensures that its member healthcare institutions have access to a comprehensive range of data center solutions over the next four years. The significant variation in competition across lots – from 1 to 7 tenders – reflects the different market dynamics for each technology area. The dominance of SCC FRANCE in three lots (1, 2, and 6) demonstrates the company's strong position in the French healthcare IT infrastructure market. For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of technical expertise, competitive pricing, and healthcare sector experience in winning large-scale French public sector IT contracts. Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is CAIH? Ans: Centrale d'Achat de l'Informatique Hospitalière – a French public procurement body responsible for centralised purchasing of IT solutions for healthcare institutions. Q: What is the total value of the framework? Ans: €1,160,000,000 across all six lots. Q: Who are the winners? Ans: SCC FRANCE (Lots 1, 2, 6), COMPUTACENTER (Lot 3), C.N.S. Communications (Lot 4), and APL DATA CENTER (Lot 5). Q: What are the six lots? Ans: 1. Traditional Storage, 2. Servers & Virtualisation, 3. Backup and Data Protection, 4. Technical Expertise and Audit, 5. Data Center Urbanisation (AMOA & MOE), 6. Data Center Urbanisation (Supply & Installation). Q: What were the evaluation criteria? Ans: Price and Technical Value (varies by lot). Q: How long are the contracts? Ans: 48 months (4 years). Q: How many tenders were received? Ans: 1 to 7 tenders per lot, depending on the lot. Q: Is this contract funded by the EU? Ans: No, the procurement is not financed with EU funds. Q: What is the review body? Ans: Tribunal administratif de Lyon. Source: EU Official Journal, Contract Award Notice 591422-2026, OJ S 165/2026, published 27 August 2026. body { font-family: sans-serif; margin: 20px; } table { border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin: 15px 0; } th, td { border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; } th { background-color: #f2f2f2; } ul { padding-left: 20px; } h2 { margin-top: 30px; } h3 { margin-top: 20px; }
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Paris City Council Awards €31.5M Vaccine Framework Contracts to Multiple Winners
26 Aug 2026
The City of Paris has awarded a series of framework contracts for the supply and delivery of vaccines and tuberculin tests, with a total maximum value of €31.5 million. The procurement is divided into 32 lots covering a wide range of vaccines including chikungunya, dengue, diphtheria, tetanus, polio, hepatitis, HPV, meningitis, pneumococcal, rabies, influenza, and COVID-19-related vaccines. Multiple pharmaceutical companies including Sanofi, GSK, MSD, Pfizer, Bavarian Nordic, and Valneva have been awarded contracts. Introduction The City of Paris, through its Direction des Finances et des Achats (DFA) - Sous-direction des Achats (SDA), has conducted an open procedure for the procurement of vaccines and tuberculin tests. The procurement covers 32 lots, each representing a specific vaccine or test, with a total maximum value of €31,521,600. The framework agreements are multi-supplier, unit-price agreements executed via purchase orders, with no minimum commitment and a maximum value per lot. The contracts run for an initial 12-month period, with the option for tacit renewal up to three times, for a maximum total duration of 48 months. Major pharmaceutical companies including Sanofi Winthrop Industrie, Laboratoire GlaxoSmithKline, MSD France, Pfizer, Bavarian Nordic France, Valneva France, and Imaxio have been awarded contracts across various lots. Why This Contract Matters This contract ensures that the City of Paris has a reliable and diverse supply of vaccines and tuberculin tests for its public health programmes. This contract matters because it: Supports public health: Ensures vaccine availability for Paris residents Significant value: Total maximum value of €31,521,600 Comprehensive scope: 32 lots covering 31 vaccines and tuberculin tests Long-term commitment: Up to 4 years (12 months + 3 renewals) Multiple suppliers: Contracts awarded to leading pharmaceutical companies Quality focus: 30% weighting on quality Price competition: 70% weighting on price Contract Timeline Previous notice: 166850-2026 Contract concluded: 11 August 2026 Initial duration: 12 months Maximum renewals: 3 (tacit renewal) Maximum total duration: 48 months Notice published: 26 August 2026 (OJ S 164/2026) Contract Overview The City of Paris conducted an open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU. Key features include: 32 lots: Covering a wide range of vaccines and tuberculin tests Total maximum value: €31,521,600 Framework type: Multi-supplier framework agreements with unit prices, executed via purchase orders No minimum commitment: Each lot has no minimum purchase obligation Duration: 12 months initial, with up to 3 tacit renewals (max 48 months) Evaluation: Price (70%), Quality (30%) Winners: Multiple pharmaceutical companies No subcontracting declared No EU funding Key Contract Details Detail Information Contracting authority VILLE de PARIS - DFA - SDA (City of Paris - Directorate of Finance and Procurement) Contract title Fourniture et livraison de vaccins et tests tuberculiniques Main CPV 33651600 Vaccines Procedure type Open procedure (standard regime) Legal basis EU Directive 2014/24/EU Total maximum value (EUR) €31,521,600.00 Number of lots 32 Initial duration 12 months Maximum renewals 3 (tacit renewal) Maximum total duration 48 months EU funding None Covered by GPA Yes Evaluation criteria Price (70%), Quality (30%) Location Paris, France Subcontracting No Lot Overview The procurement is divided into 32 lots covering the following vaccines and tests: Lot Vaccine/Test Max Value (€) Winner(s) 1 Chikungunya (12+ years) 160,000 Bavarian Nordic France, Valneva France 2 Dengue 88,000 No winner (closed) 3 dTcaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Polio, Pertussis) 2,513,200 GSK, Sanofi 4 DTCaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Polio, Pertussis) 244,400 Sanofi 5 DTCaP + Hib 188,800 GSK 6 DTCaP + Hib + Hepatitis B 1,992,000 MSD France, GSK, Sanofi 7 Tick-borne encephalitis (12+ years) 8,000 Bavarian Nordic France 8 Japanese encephalitis 136,000 No winner (closed) 9 Yellow fever 515,200 Sanofi 10 High-dose quadrivalent influenza 96,000 No winner (closed) 11 Seasonal influenza tetravalent (6+ months) 683,600 Sanofi 12 Haemophilus influenzae b 10,000 Sanofi 13 Hepatitis A (16+ years) 384,000 GSK 14 Hepatitis A (up to 16 years) 373,200 GSK 15 Hepatitis B (16+ years) 989,600 GSK 16 Hepatitis B (up to 16 years) 174,800 GSK, MSD France 17 HPV nonavalent (types 6,11,16,18,31,33,45,52,58) 6,998,400 MSD France 18 Rotavirus monovalent (6+ weeks) 960,400 GSK 19 Leptospirosis 619,200 Imaxio 20 Meningococcal ACWY (12+ months) – single-use vial 1,157,600 Sanofi 21 Meningococcal B (2+ months) 7,027,200 GSK 22 Pneumococcal (15 serotypes) 3,824,800 MSD France 23 Pneumococcal (20 serotypes) 548,000 Pfizer 24 Rabies 158,800 Bavarian Nordic France, Sanofi 25 MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella – 9+ months) 784,000 MSD France, GSK 26 Tuberculin tests 28,800 No winner (closed) 27 BCG (Tuberculosis) 1,322,800 No winner (closed) 28 Typhoid (injectable) 98,800 Sanofi 29 Typhoid (oral, 5+ years) 58,000 Bavarian Nordic France 30 Varicella (Chickenpox) 99,200 MSD France, GSK 31 RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) – for pregnant women 638,400 Pfizer 32 Shingles (Zona) 312,000 GSK Winners Summary The following pharmaceutical companies were awarded contracts across various lots: Supplier Lots Won Size Sanofi Winthrop Industrie 3, 4, 6, 9, 11, 12, 20, 24, 28 SME Laboratoire GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) 3, 5, 6, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 21, 25, 30, 32 SME MSD France 6, 16, 17, 22, 25, 30 SME Pfizer 23, 31 SME Bavarian Nordic France 1, 7, 24, 29 SME Valneva France 1 SME Imaxio 19 SME Evaluation Criteria All lots use the same evaluation criteria: Price (70%): Evaluated based on the estimated detail (détail estimatif) Quality (30%): Quality of the service (Qualité de la prestation) About the Contracting Authority VILLE de PARIS - DFA - SDA is the City of Paris's Directorate of Finance and Procurement (Direction des Finances et des Achats) - Procurement Sub-Directorate (Sous-direction des Achats). The authority is responsible for public procurement for the City of Paris, including healthcare-related supplies. Procurement Analysis Procedure: Open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU. Competition: Strong competition across most lots, with 1-3 bidders per lot. SME participation: All winners are classified as SMEs (micro, small, or medium enterprises). No subcontracting: No subcontracting was declared by any winner. No EU funding: The procurement is not financed with EU funds. No framework agreement with reopening: The framework is without reopening of competition. No dynamic purchasing system used. Accelerated procedure: No. Review body: Tribunal Administratif de Paris. Lots without winners: Lots 2 (Dengue), 8 (Japanese encephalitis), 10 (High-dose influenza), 26 (Tuberculin tests), and 27 (BCG) received no tenders. Additional Procurement Facts The contract is covered by the WTO's Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). No EU funds were used for this procurement. The framework agreements have no minimum commitment. All winners are French-registered pharmaceutical companies. The contracts are tacitly renewable up to 3 times (12 months each). Multi-supplier frameworks allow the City to source from multiple suppliers. Unit-price agreements ensure price transparency. Contracts are executed via purchase orders as needs arise. Lot 17 (HPV vaccine) is the largest lot at €6,998,400. Lot 21 (Meningococcal B) is the second largest at €7,027,200. Market & Industry Perspective The French vaccine market is dominated by a few major pharmaceutical companies, with strong competition for public sector contracts. The City of Paris, as one of France's largest public health authorities, has significant purchasing power. Key trends in this market include: Public health focus: Strong investment in immunisation programmes Price competition: Price accounts for 70% of evaluation Multi-supplier frameworks: Ensuring supply security SME participation: SMEs compete effectively in the vaccine market Tacit renewals: Long-term contracts with automatic renewal Economic Significance At €31.5 million, this procurement represents a significant investment in public health for the City of Paris. The contracts will: Support public health: Ensure vaccine availability for Paris residents Enable immunisation: Support vaccination programmes Support SMEs: All winners are SMEs Provide long-term stability: Up to 4-year framework agreements Ensure supply security: Multi-supplier frameworks Future Procurement Opportunities With these frameworks now in place, future opportunities include: Re-tender: Expected after the 4-year maximum duration Additional vaccines: New vaccines entering the market Related supplies: Other pharmaceutical and medical supplies Other French cities: Similar vaccine procurements in other municipalities Opportunities for Suppliers While these contracts are awarded, opportunities remain for pharmaceutical suppliers: Re-tender: Prepare for the next procurement cycle New vaccines: Emerging vaccines not yet covered Other French cities: Similar opportunities in other municipalities Hospital sector: Vaccine procurements for public hospitals What Businesses Should Watch City of Paris's future procurement notices Other French municipal vaccine tenders New vaccine approvals and market entries French public health procurement regulations Changes to immunisation programmes FranceTenders Procurement Intelligence This vaccine framework procurement is a notable example of French municipal healthcare procurement. Several features stand out: Scale: €31.5 million across 32 lots Comprehensive coverage: 31 vaccines and tuberculin tests Multi-supplier: Multiple suppliers per lot where applicable Price focus: 70% weighting on price SME participation: All winners are SMEs Tacit renewals: Up to 4-year contracts For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of: Competitive pricing: Price accounts for 70% of evaluation Quality demonstration: Quality accounts for 30% Product portfolio: Wide range of vaccines in portfolio Supply reliability: Ability to supply Paris-wide SME status: SMEs can compete effectively Supplier Takeaways Offer competitive pricing – 70% of evaluation is price-based Demonstrate quality – 30% weighting Maintain a diverse vaccine portfolio Ensure reliable supply chain for public health contracts Monitor French municipal vaccine procurement opportunities Consider SME status as an advantage Key Takeaways City of Paris awarded vaccine framework contracts worth €31.5M 32 lots covering 31 vaccines and tuberculin tests Winners: Sanofi, GSK, MSD, Pfizer, Bavarian Nordic, Valneva, Imaxio Evaluation: Price (70%), Quality (30%) Duration: 12 months + up to 3 tacit renewals (max 48 months) All winners are SMEs 5 lots received no tenders Largest lots: HPV vaccine (€7M) and Meningococcal B (€7M) Conclusion This vaccine framework procurement ensures that the City of Paris has a reliable and diverse supply of vaccines and tuberculin tests for its public health programmes. By awarding contracts to multiple pharmaceutical companies across 32 lots, the City secures supply diversity and competitive pricing. The 70% weighting on price reflects the importance of cost-effectiveness in public health procurement, while the 30% quality weighting ensures that service quality is not compromised. The participation of all SME winners demonstrates the accessibility of public procurement to smaller pharmaceutical companies. For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of competitive pricing, quality demonstration, and a diverse product portfolio in winning public sector vaccine contracts. Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is the City of Paris? Ans: The local authority for Paris, France's capital city, responsible for public services including public health. Q: What is the total value of the procurement? Ans: €31,521,600 maximum across all 32 lots. Q: Who are the winners? Ans: Sanofi Winthrop Industrie, Laboratoire GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), MSD France, Pfizer, Bavarian Nordic France, Valneva France, and Imaxio. Q: What vaccines are covered? Ans: Chikungunya, dengue, diphtheria-tetanus-polio-pertussis (various combinations), hepatitis A/B, HPV, meningococcal, pneumococcal, rabies, influenza, rotavirus, typhoid, varicella, RSV, shingles, MMR, BCG, and others. Q: What were the evaluation criteria? Ans: Price (70%) and Quality (30%). Q: How long are the contracts? Ans: 12 months initial, with up to 3 tacit renewals (maximum 48 months). Q: How many lots were awarded? Ans: 32 lots in total, with 5 lots receiving no tenders. Q: Is this contract funded by the EU? Ans: No, the procurement is not financed with EU funds. Q: What is the review body? Ans: Tribunal Administratif de Paris. 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Grand Paris Seine & Oise Awards €8M Urban Planning Framework Contracts to Multiple Winners
25 Aug 2026
CU Grand Paris Seine & Oise has awarded a series of framework contracts for urban planning and infrastructure design services totalling up to €8 million. The procurement is divided into three lots: Lot 1 (multi-supplier framework for road and infrastructure development), Lot 2 (single-supplier framework for aerial network burial – West Sector), and Lot 3 (single-supplier framework for aerial network burial – East Sector). A total of 16 winners were selected across the lots. Introduction CU Grand Paris Seine & Oise, a public-law body responsible for urban planning and development in the western Paris metropolitan area, has conducted an open procedure for framework contracts covering design and project management services for infrastructure works, road development, and diverse networks. The procurement is divided into three lots: Lot 1 covers road and infrastructure development and public space requalification (multi-supplier framework with up to 4 operators), Lot 2 covers aerial network burial in the West Sector (single-supplier framework), and Lot 3 covers aerial network burial in the East Sector (single-supplier framework). The contracts have a total maximum value of €8,023,975 across all lots. The contracts run for a fixed period of four years from notification. The contracting authority received 16 tenders for Lot 1 and 7 tenders for each of Lots 2 and 3. Why This Contract Matters This contract ensures that the Grand Paris Seine & Oise region has access to high-quality urban planning and infrastructure design services for the next four years, supporting sustainable urban development. This contract matters because it: Supports urban development: Road infrastructure and public space requalification Significant value: Up to €8,023,975 across three lots Long-term commitment: Four-year framework agreements Multi-supplier flexibility: Lot 1 with up to 4 operators Specialised services: Aerial network burial in two sectors Strong competition: 16 tenders for Lot 1, 7 for each of Lots 2 and 3 Quality focus: Quality accounts for 60% of evaluation Contract Timeline Previous notice: 245988-2026 Award date: 8 July 2026 Contract signature: 10 August 2026 Contract conclusion: 8 July 2026 Contract duration: 4 years (fixed term from notification) Notice published: 25 August 2026 (OJ S 163/2026) Contract Overview CU Grand Paris Seine & Oise conducted an open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU. Key features include: Three lots: Road infrastructure (Lot 1), Network burial West (Lot 2), Network burial East (Lot 3) Total maximum value: €8,023,975.00 Lot 1 maximum: €2,000,000 (multi-supplier, up to 4 operators) Lot 2 maximum: €600,000 (single-supplier) Lot 3 maximum: €600,000 (single-supplier) Duration: 4 years (fixed term) Execution: Purchase orders and subsequent contracts No minimum amount: All lots have no minimum commitment Evaluation: Quality (60%), Price (40%) No EU funding Key Contract Details Detail Information Contracting authority CU Grand Paris Seine & Oise Contract title Accord-cadre pour des missions de maîtrise d'oeuvre en matière de travaux d'infrastructures et d'aménagement en voirie et réseaux divers Main CPV 71400000 Urban planning and landscape architectural services Procedure type Open procedure (standard regime) Legal basis EU Directive 2014/24/EU Total maximum value (EUR) €8,023,975.00 Number of lots 3 Contract duration 4 years (fixed term from notification) EU funding None Covered by GPA Yes Evaluation criteria Quality (60%), Price (40%) Location Grand Paris Seine & Oise region, France Review body Tribunal administratif de Versailles Lot 1 – Road Infrastructure and Public Space Requalification Lot 1: Aménagement de voirie et d'infrastructures et requalification des Espaces Publics Type: Multi-supplier mixed framework agreement executed via purchase orders and subsequent contracts Maximum operators: Up to 4 economic operators Maximum value: €2,000,000 Minimum value: No minimum Execution for works ≤€500,000: Purchase orders awarded in rotation, by operation Execution for works >€500,000: Subsequent contracts (fixed-price, lump-sum contracts) Winners (4): TRANS.TECHNOLOGIE CONSULT KARLSRUHE TTK, ETUDES DE STRUCTURES ET D EQUIPEMENTS, CABINET D'ETUDES MARC MERLIN, ERA Ingéneurs Conseil Number of tenders: 16 Lot 1 Winners Winner Location Tender Value (€) TRANS.TECHNOLOGIE CONSULT KARLSRUHE TTK Lyon 4,764,780 ETUDES DE STRUCTURES ET D EQUIPEMENTS Lognes 5,002,015 CABINET D'ETUDES MARC MERLIN Versailles 6,178,500 ERA Ingéneurs Conseil Montrouge 4,470,000 Lot 2 – Aerial Network Burial – West Sector Lot 2: Enfouissement des réseaux aériens - Secteur Ouest Type: Single-supplier framework agreement executed via purchase orders Maximum value: €600,000 Minimum value: No minimum Winner: BUREAU D'ETUDES STUR Winner value: €1,107,250 Number of tenders: 7 Lot 3 – Aerial Network Burial – East Sector Lot 3: Enfouissement des réseaux aériens - Secteur Est Type: Single-supplier framework agreement executed via purchase orders Maximum value: €600,000 Minimum value: No minimum Winner: ATEVE INGERNIERIE Winner value: €1,190,275 Number of tenders: 7 Evaluation Criteria All three lots use the same evaluation criteria with the following weightings: Quality (60%) – Three Sub-Criteria Quality of the team (30%): Assessment of the team assigned to execute the services, including adequacy of personnel organisation and competencies (composition of the dedicated team, CVs, and organisation presentation) Quality of similar deliverables (20%): Models and examples of plans, estimates, tracking tools, etc. Quality of methodology and planning (10%): Proposed methodology and indicative planning for service delivery Price (40%) Price criterion (40%): Overall cost of the services About the Contracting Authority CU Grand Paris Seine & Oise is a public establishment for intercommunal cooperation (Établissement Public de Coopération Intercommunale) serving the western Paris metropolitan area. The authority is responsible for urban planning, development, and infrastructure projects across the region. About the Winners Lot 1 Winners TRANS.TECHNOLOGIE CONSULT KARLSRUHE TTK: Large French engineering consultancy based in Lyon, specialising in infrastructure and technology consulting. ETUDES DE STRUCTURES ET D EQUIPEMENTS (ESE): Large French engineering firm based in Lognes, specialising in structures and equipment studies. CABINET D'ETUDES MARC MERLIN: Large French engineering consultancy based in Versailles, specialising in urban planning and infrastructure. ERA Ingéneurs Conseil: Large French engineering consultancy based in Montrouge, specialising in infrastructure and urban development. Lot 2 Winner BUREAU D'ETUDES STUR: Large French engineering firm based in Acquigny (Eure), specialising in infrastructure and urban studies. Lot 3 Winner ATEVE INGERNIERIE: Large French engineering firm based in Paris, specialising in infrastructure and urban planning. Procurement Analysis Procedure: Open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU. Competition: Strong competition across all lots – 16 tenders for Lot 1, 7 for Lot 2, and 7 for Lot 3. Quality focus: Quality accounts for 60% of evaluation across all lots. Multi-supplier framework: Lot 1 allows up to 4 operators, providing flexibility for the contracting authority. No EU funding: The procurement is not financed with EU funds. No framework agreement with reopening: The framework is with reopening of competition for subsequent contracts. No dynamic purchasing system used. Accelerated procedure: No. Review body: Tribunal administratif de Versailles. Additional Procurement Facts The contracts are covered by the WTO's Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). No EU funds were used for this procurement. The framework agreements have no minimum commitment. Lot 1 is a mixed framework (purchase orders and subsequent contracts). Lots 2 and 3 are single-supplier frameworks executed via purchase orders. The total maximum value across all lots is €8,023,975. All winners are large French companies. The contract duration is a fixed 4-year term. All winners are of French nationality. Market & Industry Perspective The French urban planning and infrastructure design market is characterised by strong competition among engineering consultancies, with many large firms competing for public sector framework contracts. The Grand Paris region, in particular, offers significant opportunities for urban development projects. Key trends in this market include: Urban regeneration: Increasing focus on public space requalification Network burial: Growing demand for aerial network burial projects Quality focus: Strong weighting on team quality and methodology Framework agreements: Long-term contracts providing stability for both parties Multi-supplier frameworks: Flexibility through multiple operators Economic Significance At up to €8 million across three lots, this procurement represents a significant investment in urban planning and infrastructure for the Grand Paris Seine & Oise region. The contracts will: Support urban development: Road infrastructure and public space improvements Enable network burial: Removal of aerial networks in West and East sectors Create employment: Work for engineering consultancies Support quality design: Strong emphasis on team quality and methodology Provide long-term stability: 4-year framework agreements Future Procurement Opportunities With these frameworks now in place, future opportunities include: Re-tender: Expected after the 4-year contract period Additional sectors: Other geographical sectors for network burial Related services: Additional urban planning and infrastructure services Other public authorities: Similar procurements in the Grand Paris region Opportunities for Suppliers While these contracts are awarded, opportunities remain for engineering consultancies: Subcontracting: Winners may seek subcontractors for specialist services Re-tender: Prepare for the next procurement cycle Other sectors: Similar opportunities in other Grand Paris authorities Related services: Additional urban planning and infrastructure tenders What Businesses Should Watch CU Grand Paris Seine & Oise's future procurement notices Other Grand Paris public authority tenders French urban planning and infrastructure market trends Aerial network burial project opportunities Changes to French public procurement regulations FranceTenders Procurement Intelligence This urban planning framework procurement is a notable example of French public sector infrastructure design procurement. Several features stand out: Scale: Up to €8 million across three lots Multi-supplier flexibility: Lot 1 with up to 4 operators Competition: Strong participation (16 tenders for Lot 1) Quality focus: 60% weighting on quality Specialisation: Separate lots for road infrastructure and network burial Geographic focus: West and East sectors for network burial For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of: Team quality: Strong team composition and competencies (30% weighting) Deliverable quality: Quality of plans, estimates, and tracking tools (20% weighting) Methodology: Clear methodology and planning (10% weighting) Competitive pricing: Price accounts for 40% Specialisation: Ability to serve specific geographical sectors Supplier Takeaways Demonstrate strong team quality and competencies – 30% weighting Provide high-quality deliverables – 20% weighting Show clear methodology and planning – 10% weighting Offer competitive pricing – 40% weighting Consider specialisation in specific geographical sectors Monitor Grand Paris public authority procurement opportunities Key Takeaways CU Grand Paris Seine & Oise awarded €8M in urban planning framework contracts Three lots: Road infrastructure (Lot 1), Network burial West (Lot 2), Network burial East (Lot 3) Lot 1: Multi-supplier with 4 winners (up to 4 operators) Lots 2 and 3: Single-supplier frameworks Duration: 4 years (fixed term) Evaluation: Quality (60%), Price (40%) Total tenders: 16 (Lot 1), 7 (Lot 2), 7 (Lot 3) All winners are large French companies Conclusion This urban planning and infrastructure framework procurement represents a significant investment in the Grand Paris Seine & Oise region. By dividing the procurement into three lots, the contracting authority has ensured specialised expertise for different types of projects: road infrastructure and public space requalification (Lot 1), and aerial network burial in two separate geographical sectors (Lots 2 and 3). The 60% weighting on quality—including team quality, deliverable quality, and methodology—reflects the importance of technical expertise in urban planning and infrastructure design. The strong competition (16 tenders for Lot 1, 7 for each of Lots 2 and 3) demonstrates the attractiveness of these contracts to French engineering consultancies. For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of team quality, deliverable quality, clear methodology, and competitive pricing in winning public sector engineering contracts. Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is CU Grand Paris Seine & Oise? Ans: A public establishment for intercommunal cooperation responsible for urban planning and development in the western Paris metropolitan area. Q: What is the total value of the procurement? Ans: Up to €8,023,975 across all three lots. Q: How many lots are there? Ans: Three lots: Lot 1 (Road infrastructure), Lot 2 (Network burial West), Lot 3 (Network burial East). Q: Who won Lot 1? Ans: TRANS.TECHNOLOGIE CONSULT KARLSRUHE TTK, ETUDES DE STRUCTURES ET D EQUIPEMENTS, CABINET D'ETUDES MARC MERLIN, and ERA Ingéneurs Conseil. Q: Who won Lot 2? Ans: BUREAU D'ETUDES STUR. Q: Who won Lot 3? Ans: ATEVE INGERNIERIE. Q: What were the evaluation criteria? Ans: Quality (60%) – Team (30%), Deliverables (20%), Methodology (10%) – and Price (40%). Q: How long are the contracts? Ans: 4 years (fixed term from notification). Q: How many tenders were received? Ans: 16 for Lot 1, 7 for Lot 2, and 7 for Lot 3. Q: Is this contract funded by the EU? Ans: No, the procurement is not financed with EU funds. 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