8 Practical Steps for Business Participation in Ukraine’s Reconstruction

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8 Practical Steps to Start Working with Ukraine’s Reconstruction


“8 Practical Steps to Start Working with Ukraine’s Reconstruction” is a practical guide developed by the European Business Association’s Ukraine Recovery Committee with the support of BDO in Ukraine.

It is designed for international companies that consider participating in Ukraine’s reconstruction projects. The guide addresses a fundamental business question: “Where to start and how to act effectively in a donor-oriented recovery economy?”

The material provides a structured approach, combining the commercial objectives of companies with the genuine requirements of Ukrainian municipalities, government bodies and enterprises. The focus is on creating a viable, financially sound and socially significant project, rather than merely selling a product or service.

The guide outlines eight consecutive steps to help companies build a systematic and practical approach to participating in Ukraine’s reconstruction processes:

  1. Identifying the end user of the product or solution in Ukraine.
  2. Analysing procurement procedures and the role of donor and concessional financing.
  3. Developing a competitive value proposition tailored to the specifics of the Ukrainian market.
  4. Confirming local demand through engaging and supporting local stakeholders.
  5. Determining the project’s scale and its impact, including socio-economic effects.
  6. Engaging export credit agencies and international financial institutions.
  7. Structuring co-financing in Ukraine from governmental, local or private sources.
  8. Establishing partnerships with a reliable local organisation for effective project implementation.

8 практичних кроків для початку роботи з відбудовою України

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As a consulting partner, BDO in Ukraine helps companies to navigate the complex environment of regulatory requirements, financial instruments, international support programmes, and local business specifics.


This material will be useful for:

  • international investors and manufacturers
  • companies operating in the infrastructure, energy, industrial, agricultural and social services sectors
  • businesses seeking to combine commercial presence in Ukraine with a meaningful contribution to its recovery.


BDO in Ukraine supports its clients at every stage, from developing a market entry strategy and structuring financing to building effective partnerships. This contributes to the sustainable and transparent recovery of Ukraine.

* This document is for informational purposes only and does not constitute individual legal advice. Before making any decisions, we recommend checking the relevance of legislation and seeking professional legal assistance.

If you have any questions or require additional consultations, please contact the BDO in Ukraine team.

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Analysis of procurement procedures — assessment of the terms, rules, and funding models applied in donor-funded and public procurement processes in Ukraine.

Project impact (socio-economic impact) — assessment of how the project contributes to community development, job creation, improved service quality, or infrastructure rehabilitation.

Donor funding — funding for projects provided by international organisations, governments, or foundations, playing a key role in reconstruction efforts.

Export credit agencies (ECAs) — organisations that support businesses with financial instruments for the implementation of international projects, including participation in reconstruction initiatives.

End user — an individual or organisation in Ukraine for whom a product or solution is developed, including communities, government bodies, or businesses.

Local stakeholders — local representatives, including businesses, communities, and public authorities, who help shape demand and influence project implementation.

Concessional financing — financial resources provided on more favourable terms (e.g., lower interest rates and longer repayment periods) to encourage business participation in reconstruction projects.

Partner organisation (local partner) — a Ukrainian company or institution that supports project implementation by providing local expertise, communication, and execution of works.

Co-funding — a funding model in which resources are sourced from multiple channels, including state, local, private, and international funding.

Value proposition — a unique combination of product or solution benefits tailored to the conditions of the Ukrainian market and the actual needs of end users.