Vene-Hietsu 50 years: from a repair shop founded by my father to the largest boathouse in the province
KEHY has supported the Imatra-based family business along the way, both in hall expansions and in the latest development projects.
Applications are now open for the free public procurement training for South Karelian companies to be organized in autumn 2026.
The training, worth over 6000 euros, provides a practical overview of how a company can participate in procurement, identify suitable tenders, and increase its chances of success in tenders.
The "Succeed in Public Tenders" training includes a total of five, three-hour face-to-face meetings and is suitable for both entrepreneurs and personnel.
The training will be organized in Imatra at KEHY's Momentum facility (Einonkatu 10).
- 19.08.2026 at 8.30–11.30: Procurement overview
- 16.09.2026 at 8.30–11.30: Procurement Act and the procurement process
- 14.10.2026 at 8.30–11.30: Market dialogue and procurement procedure
- November 11, 2026 at 8:30–11:30: Procurement systems
- December 2, 2026 at 8:30–11:30: Preparation of the offer and documents
A winning bid is created with expertise. Come and get confidence in participating in tenders and register for training.
The training is organized and funded by the South Karelian Federation. Competitive tendering in public procurement in the South Karelia region, especially in the Imatra region - project.
More information:
Project Manager
Tiia Puolakka
LAB University of Applied Sciences
tiia.puolakka@lab.fi
tel. 050 533 9793
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