Qmarkets has been officially approved and listed as a trusted supplier on UGAP (Union des Groupements d’Achats Publics), the French National Public Procurement Agency. This approval makes it easier than ever for public sector organizations across France to access Qmarkets’ leading innovation management software in a secure, compliant, and streamlined way.
UGAP serves as the central purchasing platform for the French public sector, providing a simplified and compliant procurement route for ministries, local authorities, hospitals, universities, and other public institutions. As a mandatory procurement channel for many organizations, UGAP approval is a significant enabler for collaboration between innovative solution providers and the French public sector.
With Qmarkets now officially listed on UGAP, French public organizations can directly procure Qmarkets’ innovation management and idea management solutions through the national framework.
The listing also opens the door to partnerships with a wide range of public bodies – many of which previously required UGAP accreditation for engagement – helping Qmarkets build upon its growing footprint in the French innovation ecosystem.
“Achieving UGAP approval reinforces our long-term commitment to supporting innovation across France,” said Emma Adam Sendra, Director of Innovation Management Solutions at Qmarkets. “With French-speaking team members, local partners, and frequent in-person events, we’re proud to offer a truly local experience, combining global expertise with dedicated support for the unique needs of French organizations.”
About UGAP
UGAP (Union des Groupements d’Achats Publics) is France’s central public purchasing body. It enables public institutions – including ministries, regional authorities, educational institutions, and healthcare providers – to easily and legally acquire a wide range of goods and services through pre-approved vendors.
About Qmarkets
Founded in 2007, Qmarkets is a global provider of enterprise software for impact-driven innovation. The company helps large organizations build and scale structured innovation programs – from managing ideas and improvement initiatives to scouting emerging technologies, tracking trends, and optimizing their innovation portfolios – all through a single, configurable platform.
Designed to help enterprises move beyond “innovation theatre,” Qmarkets’ solutions provide the tools, methodology, and expert support needed to build innovation funnels that deliver measurable, repeatable business value.
Trusted by leading global brands including Ford, Starbucks, Coca-Cola, and Nestlé, Qmarkets brings decades of experience helping organizations transform innovation from isolated initiatives into a continuous, results-oriented discipline. Qmarkets also brings 20 years of experience supporting public sector organizations worldwide – including the NHS in the UK, the Iowa Department of Transportation in the US, Üstra in Germany, and many more.
