Introduction of the ecologically clean state purchases concept into the federal contract system of Russia

This article considers the problem of an anthropogenic impact on the environment. The state has a significant purchasing capacity, so it can play an important part in improving the eco logical situation through federal and municipal purchases as well.Research revealed and substantiated the necessity of introducing the concept about ecologically secure state purchases into the Federal contract system of Russia.After studying the purchase experience of the European Union, its legislation base, after analyzing articles and practical instructions of the Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development and of the European Commission, it was established that putting ecological requirements into trade documents both improves the quality of the goods purchased at an insignifi cant price increase, and improves the life quality of citizens.