Slovakia ∙ Significant Amendments to the Slovak Public Procurement Act: Implications for Transparency and Competition.

The article discusses significant amendments to the Slovak Public Procurement Act, which came into effect in June and August 2024. The changes include an increase in contract thresholds, limitations on objections, and modifications to fine imposition. While intended to simplify and expedite procurement, some changes have sparked debate, particularly regarding transparency and competition. The amendments also impact the review procedure by abolishing the request for redress and increasing financial thresholds for objections, potentially affecting bidders' ability to challenge discriminatory conditions. [Extracted from the article]