However, it argues that the proposed 90:10 weighting is insufficient and suggests a lower ratio (e.g., 70:30). It also stresses that MEAT should apply to framework agreements.

Additional recommendations include:

• expanding contracting authorities’ powers to request clarifications,
• broadening the definition of legal interest to allow more bidders to challenge unlawful tenders,
• introducing further “serious violations” (e.g., discriminatory tender conditions),
• extending appeal deadlines in high-value procedures to 15 days,
• reducing appeal fees to a maximum of HRK 15,000 and making them non-refundable to deter frivolous appeals.

The aim is to enhance transparency, legal certainty, and competition in Croatia’s public procurement system.