We support the evolution of healthcare innovation through public procurement by bridging the gaps between healthcare providers and innovative suppliers, that hinder progress in defining, implementing, and adopting innovative solutions within the healthcare ecosystem.
InnoHSupport is an EU-funded project aimed at enhancing innovation in healthcare through the strategic use of public procurement. The capacity building, advisory, and matchmaking services address key barriers to innovation and promote the adoption of cutting-edge solutions across healthcare systems in Europe.
Capacity-building and advisory services provide procurers’ teams with new skills to unlock the potential of innovation procurement, transforming healthcare needs into opportunities. Matchmaking services connect procurers with suppliers—particularly SMEs, startups, and supporting organizations such as innovation funders, associations, entrepreneurship support entities, and scientific and knowledge providers.
We offer a comprehensive portfolio of services for procurers, public and private health organisations, SMEs and startups, research and technological organisations, innovation agencies, and other entities—such as investors—who are responsible for advancing innovation procurement.
We offer a comprehensive portfolio of services for procurers, public and private health organisations, SMEs and startups, research and technological organisations, innovation agencies, and other entities—such as investors—who are responsible for advancing innovation procurement.
Become more familiar with innovation procurement processes, allowing for the strategic adoption of innovative solutions that address healthcare needs.
Develop the skills to identify unmet needs and transform them into opportunities for improvement, leading to better patient care outcomes.
Enhance the ability to clearly communicate healthcare needs and identify innovative suppliers capable of meeting them.
Benefit from clear and accessible tender documentation, making it easier for less experienced suppliers to engage and compete.
Enhancing the skills and competencies of healthcare procurers, suppliers, and other stakeholders by offering tailored training and educational resources. Through the development of a comprehensive capacity-building program, including executive education, masterclasses, and toolkits, InnoHSupport supports the transition from traditional procurement to strategic and innovative procurement practices.
Providing hands-on advisory services designed to support stakeholders throughout the entire innovation procurement cycle. This includes strategic planning, needs identification, market consultation, tendering, contract management, and more. By offering guidance and support, these advisory services help healthcare procurers and suppliers overcome barriers, reduce risks, and implement successful innovation procurement strategies.
Fostering collaboration and networking among innovation ecosystem actors, including public and private procurers, SMEs, startups, research organisations, and investors. The Innovation Procurement Agora serves as a digital platform where stakeholders can connect, share best practices, and engage in co-creation and matchmaking activities. This pillar promotes a collaborative environment to bridge the gap between supply and demand, facilitating partnerships and enabling the successful implementation of innovative solutions in healthcare procurement.
Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
