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To develop a function-based typology of innovation intermediaries in public procurement of innovation.

Catalyzing public procurement of innovation: a typology of intermediary functions

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To develop a function-based typology of innovation intermediaries in public procurement of innovation.
Identified six types of innovation intermediaries: Networker, Mediator, Foundation Layer, Resource Orchestrator, Tendering Facilitator, and Compliance Facilitator.
Linked each type to four procurement situations: efficient, adapted, technological, and experimental.
Proposed typology improves conceptual clarity in public procurement of innovation.
Offers practical guidance for procurement practitioners.

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This typology identifies roles of actors facilitating public procurement of innovation, suggesting practical guidance for procurement practitioners.

Bangert et al. (2026) studied this question.

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This typology identifies roles of actors facilitating public procurement of innovation, suggesting practical guidance for procurement practitioners.