Improving the Authority of the Institutions in the Public Procurement System

Improving the Authority of the Institutions in the Public Procurement System

AmCham proposes reforms to align practices of procurement oversight bodies and reduce legal uncertainty in EU-funded public procurement.

AmCham highlights inconsistencies in the jurisdiction and practices of key institutions overseeing public procurement in Croatia, especially in EU-funded projects. Legal uncertainty arises from conflicting interpretations by DKOM, the High Administrative Court, and EU fund managing bodies, leading to potential financial penalties. AmCham recommends harmonizing practices, preventing stricter-than-law enforcement, and publishing rulings in searchable format. The goal is a more transparent, consistent, and legally predictable procurement framework aligned with national and EU requirements.