Reg. 9 (PCR 2015)
Public contracts awarded, and design contests organised, pursuant to international rules
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Overview
This regulation provides that contracts are excluded from Part 2 PCR 2015 if they are subject to procurement procedures established by international agreements or organisations, or if they are fully or primarily financed by international organisations or institutions.
This regulation also addresses the specific procedure to be followed for the award of contracts involving defence or security aspects which are awarded according to international rules.
Objective at this commercial stage
Certain public contracts awarded in accordance with international rules are excluded from Part 2 PCR.
Key considerations at this commercial stage
Contracting authorities should:
- consider whether the contract is excluded from Part 2 PCR.
Legal framework
See also in the Procurement Act 2023:
- Schedule 2: Exempted contracts, Part 2: Subject-matter exempted contracts, paragraphs 23 and 24
Additional support and guidance
Make sure you:
- read the regulation
- seek legal and commercial advice in the context of specific procurements
