Canary Islands Government Announces Creation of Permanent Contracting Committee

Purpose and Objectives

• Streamline procurement procedures within the Ministry of Social Welfare, Equality, Youth, Childhood, and Families.
• Ensure continuous technical support during contracting processes managed by the department's General Secretariat.
• Assist the department in complying with EU and national public procurement laws.
• Provide expert oversight on contracts issued by the department.
• Boost transparency, efficiency, and legal compliance in public contracts.
• Ultimately benefit residents and service users through more effective and accountable public spending.

Committee Composition and Support

• The committee's composition includes key officials from:
  • The contracting office
  • Legal services
  • Intervention teams
• Membership of the committee will be publicly listed and published in official channels.
• A collaborating Technical Service will support contract procedures where creating a formal committee isn’t required.

Impact

• The measure aims to improve transparency, efficiency, and legality in public procurement.
• Enhances public trust and ensures better management of public resources.