Government and Public Tenders in Developing Countries: A Guide for Dutch SMEs
For Dutch small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking growth beyond Europe, the world of global public procurement holds significant potential. Although the website is registered in Ireland, it serves a truly global tenders audience—offering access to public sector and government briefings that extend well beyond the Netherlands. The platform offers extensive listings of international opportunities. Below is a practical, information-rich guide showing how Dutch SMEs can tap into public tenders in developing markets—especially tenders from Africa , Middle East tenders, and other emerging regions. 1. Why developing-country opportunities matter Governments in emerging markets are increasingly sourcing goods, services, and works from international suppliers. For a Dutch SME, this opens up a path to: Access new markets beyond saturated domestic or European ones. Build an international reference portfolio by working on projects in Africa, the Middle East, or other developing regi...