Support for 99.7% of companies in Poland

Deputy Minister of Development and Technology Michał Jaros began a nationwide tour on October 16 dedicated to facilitating small and medium-sized enterprises, as reported by Kurier Lubelski (The government announces support for SMEs in public procurement). The SME sector includes almost all companies operating in the country – it accounts for 99.7 percent of all enterprises, according to data cited by the portal (The government announces support for SMEs in public procurement).

Preferences in public procurement

The Ministry announces the introduction of preferences for Polish contractors in public procurement, as stated by Kurier Lubelski (The government announces support for SMEs in public procurement). This is a significant change for small business owners who often lose out to larger entities, including foreign ones. The details of the planned solutions will be presented during the ongoing information campaign – specific dates for the implementation of the changes will be revealed in the coming weeks as the information tour reaches additional cities.

Easier business registration

In addition to changes in procurement, the government plans further simplifications in the company registration procedures, according to information from Kurier Lubelski (The government announces support for SMEs in public procurement). For those starting a business, this could mean fewer formalities and a shorter waiting time for entry into the CEIDG. The ministry has not yet provided details on which specific procedures are to be simplified.

What this means for small businesses

For sole proprietorships and micro-enterprises, preferences in public procurement may open access to contracts from offices, schools, or hospitals. Until now, large companies with greater resources and experience in complex procedures often won tenders. If the changes come into effect, local service providers – such as renovation, cleaning, catering, or IT companies – will have a real chance for contracts from the public sector. Particularly, service industries that support public institutions on a daily basis may benefit.

It is worth following the ministry's announcements in the coming weeks to learn about specific solutions and the schedule for their implementation.