# Greece Updates e-Government Procurement Rules

The Greek Ministry of Digital Governance has implemented significant reforms to the public IT procurement framework under Law 5218/2025, effective for 2026. This updated regulatory environment introduces new eligibility criteria, procedural options, and mandatory documentation requirements for large e-government and public IT tenders. Contractors must now ensure compliance with enhanced cybersecurity standards and GDPR mandates, while also navigating revised consortium structures and appeal processes overseen by the Authority for the Examination of Preliminary Appeals (AEPP/EADISY) and data protection oversight by the Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA).

- Procurement professionals should familiarize themselves with the detailed procedural changes and documentation mandates to ensure compliant bid submissions.
- Contractors targeting Greek public IT tenders must prioritize cybersecurity and GDPR compliance as integral components of their proposals.
- Understanding the role of AEPP/EADISY in preliminary appeals and the HDPA in data protection enforcement is critical for risk mitigation.
- This guide provides actionable, jurisdiction-specific insights to navigate the complex regulatory landscape and optimize competitive positioning in Greece's evolving e-government procurement market.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Information Technology
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- Ministry of Digital Governance
- Authority for the Examination of Preliminary Appeals (AEPP/EADISY)
- Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA)

### Sources
- [New guide: How to Bid for Large e‑Government & Public IT Tenders in Greece (2026). Navigate 2025–26 procurement reforms, security, GDPR and clearance steps with a practical, jurisdiction‑specific approach. #PublicProcurement #Greece

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