In episode #8, we discuss article 18(2) Directive 2014/24/EU. Its nature, character, and scope as well as shortcomings. We focus our discussions on analyzing whether the sustainability referred to in Article 18(2) can pass the test to be truly understood as a procurement principle. This leads us to reflect on the CJEU ruling in Case C-395/18 Tim SpA where the court refers to 18(2) cardinal values with which the Member States must ensure compliance. For dessert, we discuss strategies to fight procrastination and get writing! TABLE OF CONTENTS 00:00 – 10:37 Entrée 00:00 – 05:22 Agenda 05:23 – 10:37 Brief intro into Article 18(2) 10:38 – 44:30 Main course 10:38 – 23:40 Appropriate measures 23:41 – 33:42 Applicable obligations 33:43 – 44:30 Tim SpA case in the context of Art 18(2)? + Is Art 18(2) a general principle of procurement law? 44:31 – 54:18 Dessert 44:31 – 54:18 How to fight procrastination and get writing?