Procurement of Conceptboard

Learn how to procure Conceptboard as an online whiteboard for companies or the public sector in a simple, compliant, and secure way.

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Three procurement options for Conceptboard

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    Direct procurement

    The fastest option for companies and public authorities.

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  • Cloud-Symbol mit Text MDD (ehemals DVC) und Coneptboard by IT.NRW

    Marktplatz Deutschland Digital (formerly DVC)

    Maximum security for the public sector.

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    Public tender

    Ideal for formalised software procurement procedures.

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Direct procurement: fast and flexible software procurement

Direct procurement

The fastest way to start using Conceptboard. Perfect for organisations looking to optimise their procurement processes and get started immediately.

Suitable for:

  • companies and organisations
  • Public authorities with direct budget access

Time-to-use: immediately available

Benefits:

  • Fastest implementation
  • Flexible licensing models
  • Ideal for teams that want to use an online whiteboard right away

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Marktplatz Deutschland Digital (formerly DVC): secure public sector software procurement

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Compliant software procurement for the public sector.
Conceptboard by IT.NRW is available via Marktplatz Deutschland Digital  – ideal for public administration, education, and public authorities.

Suitable for:

  • Ministries and public institutions
  • Schools and universities
  • Municipal administrations

Time-to-use: a few days up to a maximum of 30 days

Benefits:

  • GDPR- and BSI-compliant infrastructure
  • Maximum security for the e-procurement process
  • An ideal solution for digital transformation in the public sector

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Public tender: software procurement via formal tender procedures

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For organisations with formal procurement process phases where a regulated tender procedure is required.

Suitable for:

  • Contracting authorities
  • Large public authorities and public institutions
  • Organisations with complex e-procurement workflows

Time-to-use: depending on the tender procedure

Benefits:

  • Support with specifications and functional requirements
  • Experience with tender documentation in public sector software procurement
  • Clearly documented procurement objectives

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Security & data protection for public sector software procurement

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Information for public authorities and public sector procurement

  • Available via Marktplatz Deutschland Digital
  • Support with tender documentation and procurement requirements
  • Suitable for the digitalisation of all procurement process phases

Enterprise software procurement focus

  • Scalable licensing models for companies and organisations
  • Role- and permission-based access control
  • Integration into existing enterprise IT landscapes

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The fastest way to a decision

Compare procurement options, time-to-use, and compliance requirements at a glance.

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Procurement options

Time-to-use

Best suited for

Key considerations

Direct procurement

Immediately

Quick start, smaller budgets, and short-term requirements

  • Complete, ready-to-use specification
  • EVB-IT-compliant contractual documentation
  • Auditable offer provided as a PDF

Marktplatz Deutschland Digital

Within a few days

Eligible public authorities

  • No tender procedure required
  • High level of acceptance
  • Flexible contract terms
  • Easy scaling of licenses

Public tender

Variable

Larger volumes, long-term projects, and IT strategies

  • Tender text modules
  • Technical requirements
  • EVB-IT documentation
  • References from other public authorities

Frequently asked questions about Conceptboard procurement

Conceptboard can be procured through three established procurement options:

• Direct procurement (e.g. for enterprises or public authorities with direct budget access)
• Marktplatz Deutschland Digital for public sector software procurement, i.e. for eligible public authorities
• Public sector tender in accordance with applicable procurement regulations

This allows Conceptboard to support different procurement process phases and enables a flexible, compliant optimization of the procurement process.

Yes. Conceptboard is suitable for use in the public sector and supports organisations in formal procurement and tender procedures.

  • Support with specifications and statements of work
  • Clear and transparent documentation for tender procedures
  • Experience working with public sector contracting authorities

This makes Conceptboard suitable for organisations that want to optimise their procurement processes while fully complying with all public procurement and tender requirements.

Conceptboard by IT.NRW is available via Marktplatz Deutschland Digital and enables a legally compliant, secure, and predictable procurement of software in the public sector.

Legally compliant and fast procurement

  • EVB-IT-compliant procurement framework
  • No complex individual tender procedure required
  • Shorter lead times and reduced procurement risks

High security and data protection standards

  • GDPR-compliant infrastructure
  • Consideration of relevant BSI requirements
  • Reduced review and approval effort for IT and data protection teams

Transparent and predictable costs

  • Standardised pricing and pre-validated offers
  • Simplified budget planning and audit processes
  • No separate tender procedure required
  • Flexible contract terms and easy license scaling

The time-to-use depends on the selected procurement option:

  • Direct procurement: immediately available
  • Marktplatz Deutschland Digital: start within a few days up to a maximum of 30 days

Public sector tender: depends on the tender procedure and the respective procurement process phases; may take several months

This allows organisations to plan and optimise their procurement processes efficiently, depending on their regulatory and organisational requirements.

Yes. Conceptboard meets key requirements for data protection, IT security, and compliance that are essential for public sector software procurement.

  • GDPR-compliant processing of personal data
  • Hosting in Germany
  • Suitable for use in regulated environments
  • Support for secure and transparent workflows

This makes Conceptboard suitable for organisations that must comply with strict security and compliance requirements as part of public procurement and tender procedures.

Conceptboard supports organizations in enabling accessible and inclusive digital collaboration as part of public sector software procurement.

  • Support for common browsers and operating systems
  • Clear, visual structure for collaborative work
  • Suitable for use in public administration, education, and public institutions

Within procurement and tender procedures, contracting authorities often define specific accessibility requirements in accordance with BITV / WCAG. Conceptboard supports organisations in assessing and documenting these requirements transparently throughout the procurement process.

Conceptboard meets high standards for IT security and data protection that are relevant for public sector software procurement.

  • Operation in secure, certified data centers
  • Hosting in Germany
  • GDPR-compliant data processing
  • Suitable for organizations with elevated security requirements

As part of public procurement and tender procedures, security-related requirements (e.g. aligned with BSI IT-Grundschutz) can be considered and documented. Conceptboard supports public sector contracting authorities in structuring and documenting these aspects across the different procurement process phases.

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Which procurement option is right for you?

We help you identify the optimal procurement path for your organisation.

Whether companies, strategic industries or public sector, we support you from initial clarification to implementation throughout the entire procurement process.

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