Procurement Modernization

Maryland’s Department of Information Technology subscribed to Marketplace.city’s Clearbox Source platform in 2026, making it the platform’s first state-government customer. The tool may shape market research, solicitation development, and price validation, but the subscription’s cost, term, procurement method, and any savings remain undisclosed.

The Ethiopian Public Procurement and Property Administration is advancing its digital procurement platform, having processed over **597 billion birr** in transactions during 2025/26. This strategic initiative aims to enhance efficiency and transparency in procurement, impacting vendors' engagement and competition in upcoming public contracts.

Federal procurement professionals are dealing with outdated infrastructure complicating contract management. Streamlining processes could reduce inefficiencies and risks of fraud. Modernization initiatives are vital for improving procurement outcomes.