Netherlands' first circular tender at scale

15 October 2025 Case study, Furniture

The Netherlands’ first large-scale circular tender for office furniture transformed the government’s approach from purchasing new products to maintaining and reusing existing ones. By focusing on repair, refurbishment, and circular design principles, the initiative demonstrated that value lies in extending product lifespans rather than constant replacement. The project not only delivered significant financial savings but also shifted institutional thinking, showing that circular procurement can be both economically sound and environmentally responsible.