State procurement in modern conditions

The article examines trends related to the development of the procurement systemfor state needs. The analysis of statistical data and publications in the field of the research objectmade it possible to identify factors contributing to the democratization of procurement procedures,their openness and transparency. First of all, this is digitalization, which ensures the implementationof the principles of the contract system. Other trends are also studied - import substitution, “green”purchases and the growth of purchases from small and medium-sized businesses.