MEF approves amendments to the Regulations of the General Public Procurement Law through Supreme Decree No. 001-2026-EF
The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) approved amendments to the Regulations of the General Public Procurement Law through Supreme Decree No. 001-2026-EF, with the aim of strengthening the management of public procurement and adapting the regulations to current needs for the execution of works and the acquisition of goods and services (comprasestatales.org, 2026).
Among the main amendments is the updating of deadlines and procedures for the evaluation of bids, guarantees, and award mechanisms, as well as the incorporation of criteria that promote greater transparency and predictability in public procurement processes. These adjustments respond to the experience gained since the regulations entered into force and seek to reduce procedural obstacles that may affect efficiency in public procurement.
The decree also introduces clarifications regarding the solvency and classification of suppliers, including clearer technical and financial evaluation criteria, which could influence eligibility requirements for participants in selection processes. Likewise, provisions on dispute resolution mechanisms and guarantee requirements are updated, with a view to balancing the interests of the public administration and suppliers.
These changes reinforce the need to strengthen compliance protocols, both in terms of bid standards and compliance with requirements by bidders, as well as in monitoring the deadlines inherent to public procurement processes. This is essential for adequately managing the contingencies inherent in such procedures.
In a context of constant regulatory evolution in the area of public procurement, Supreme Decree No. 001-2026-EF stands out as a relevant instrument to harmonize procedures, strengthen competition, and promote a more efficient and legally sound procurement environment.
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