03-10-2025

The temporary grouping of two Italian companies has concluded a framework agreement in ranking as the first-ranked tenderer for developing the mobile app that will facilitate access for all EU citizens to the digital euro.

 Almaviva and Fabrick have been selected as the first-ranked tenderer by the European Central Bank (ECB) in the framework agreement in ranking “PRO-009488 App and Software Development Kit (SDK)” as part of the digital euro project (as announced in https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/644203-2025 and https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/intro/news/html/ecb.mipnews251002.en.html) to develop the mobile App that will facilitate European citizens to use the digital euro.

The App, designed to be intuitive and user-friendly, will be accessible via smartphone, tablet, or smartwatch, offering all euro area citizens a uniform and secure experience for digital payments. The framework agreement scope also includes the development of a dedicated software development kit and interfaces, offering European payment service providers to smoothly integrate their services with the digital euro platform. This approach will support widespread adoption of the new payment solution and foster innovation throughout the payments ecosystem, strengthening Europe’s technological autonomy.

The digital euro is intended to make payments simpler, safer, and more accessible, complementing cash and reinforcing financial inclusion across the euro area. The official digital euro app will be identical for all euro area countries and can be used for electronic payments in physical stores, online, or between individuals, ensuring a simple, secure, and accessible experience for everyone.

The initial duration of the framework agreement in ranking, concluded with the temporary joint venture Almaviva and Fabrick as the first ranked-tenderer through negotiated procurement procedure, is four years, with the possibility of several extensions up to a maximum of ten years. Pending the decision of the ECB’s Governing Council and the digital euro legislation, the work will initially be dedicated to the development of the digital euro and the gradual rollout of various use cases. Later on, the development will be completed with an operational phase. Any extensions will allow for the completion of all functionalities, user base growth support, and the provision of maintenance and assistance. The estimated value of the framework agreement is €76.8 million, while the maximum value is €153.6 million.

The digital euro represents a further step toward European cohesion, strengthening the strategic autonomy and monetary sovereignty of the euro area, improving the efficiency of the entire payments ecosystem, promoting innovation, and increasing resilience against cyberattacks or possible technical disruptions.

Further information at the link 646903-2025 - Risultati - TED.