Users of the supplier portal now have the ability to conclude contracts using a QR code and a direct link. Entrepreneurs from any region of Russia who are not yet registered on the platform can use this feature.
“This solution allows attracting entrepreneurs not yet registered on the platform to participate in procurement, particularly suppliers of rare goods, works, or services that are not yet represented on the portal. The mechanism simplifies the registration and contract conclusion process, reduces time expenditure, and expands the competitive environment by involving entrepreneurs in government orders,” it was stated.
Currently, only regional customers who have access to the direct procurement format on the portal can use the service. When forming a contract, the customer independently fills in the necessary information about the supplier and sends them an invitation to sign the document in the form of a QR code or a direct link. The supplier can follow the link, complete registration on the portal, and sign the contract. The use of a QR code is available to a new supplier only for concluding their first contract.
“Over more than 12 years, the supplier portal has transformed from a tool ensuring small-volume government procurement only for the capital into a dynamically developing interregional electronic platform. The resource helps businesses across Russia to sell their products, and customers from 43 regions of the country to find and purchase them from a reliable supplier,” it was emphasized.
Suppliers can be commercial organizations, individual entrepreneurs, self-employed individuals, and individuals. Free services are implemented on the platform for entrepreneurs: for example, when uploading a new product unit to the catalog, a neural network determines a possible category and suggests suitable characteristics, and an automatic bidding bot allows participation in several quotation sessions simultaneously.
supplier portal
A supplier portal is a digital platform used by businesses to manage and streamline interactions with their vendors, such as for ordering, invoicing, and communication. It emerged with the rise of enterprise software and e-procurement in the late 1990s and early 2000s, evolving from basic electronic data interchange (EDI) systems into modern, cloud-based hubs. These portals are not historical landmarks but are key operational tools that enhance supply chain efficiency and collaboration.
Russia
Russia is a vast transcontinental nation with a rich and complex history spanning over a millennium, from the medieval Kievan Rus’ state to the Tsardom of Russia, the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union, and the modern Russian Federation. Its cultural heritage is exemplified by iconic sites like the Kremlin and Red Square in Moscow, the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, and a profound legacy in literature, music, and ballet.
capital
If referring to a national capital generally, it is the seat of government and administrative center of a country, often founded or chosen for historical, geographic, or political reasons. For example, Washington, D.C. was established as the U.S. capital in 1790 through a compromise, while ancient capitals like Rome have histories spanning millennia as centers of empire and culture. The specific history of any capital is unique, reflecting the nation’s political evolution and identity.
interregional electronic platform
An interregional electronic platform is a digital system designed to facilitate communication, data exchange, or commerce across different geographic regions. Historically, such platforms emerged with the growth of the internet and globalization, enabling businesses, governments, and organizations to overcome geographical barriers. They serve as critical infrastructure for modern supply chains, financial transactions, and collaborative governance.
43 regions
“43 regions” does not refer to a specific, universally recognized cultural site or place. It is likely a reference to the administrative division of France, which is organized into **13 metropolitan regions** (reduced from 22 in 2016) and **5 overseas regions**, for a total of 18. Historically, before 2016, mainland France had 22 regions, and counting overseas territories, the total number was sometimes colloquially referenced in a broader, but not official, count of “43” when including other French territorial collectivities.
commercial organizations
“Commercial organizations” are not a specific place or cultural site, but rather a broad category of entities, such as corporations and businesses, formed to conduct trade and generate profit. Their history is intertwined with the development of trade, from ancient merchant guilds and joint-stock companies like the British East India Company (founded 1600) to the modern multinational corporations that shape the global economy. They represent a fundamental structure of economic activity and societal organization in the modern world.
individual entrepreneurs
“Individual entrepreneurs” is not a specific place or cultural site, but a legal and economic status for self-employed business owners. This concept has a long history, evolving from medieval guilds and market traders to become a formalized category in modern economies, especially following reforms in the late 20th century that simplified business registration. It represents a foundational element of market economies, enabling personal enterprise and innovation.
self-employed individuals
“Self-employed individuals” is not a physical place or cultural site, but a category of people who work for themselves rather than for an employer. Historically, self-employment has been the dominant form of work for most of human history, from artisans and farmers to merchants, before the rise of industrialized wage labor in the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, it represents a significant and growing segment of the modern economy, facilitated by digital technology and shifting work cultures.
