Unlawful actions of contracting authorities in public procurement: analysis and practice

The article examines common legal errors made by contracting authorities during the implementation of public procurement processes, the causes of these errors, the qualification requirements for responsible personnel, the classification of mistakes, as well as aspects of applying state enforcement measures and their legal consequences. In addition, the study analyzes shortcomings in procurement procedures with the aim of developing preventive measures for their elimination. The purpose of the study is to identify typical errors frequently committed by contracting authorities, analyze the factors contributing to their occurrence, and propose scientifically grounded recommendations and preventive measures aimed at reducing these errors. Furthermore, the research aims to identify mechanisms that promote greater accountability among contracting authorities and enhance transparency in public procurement. The scientific significance of the study lies in its comprehensive analysis aimed at systematizing the errors of contracting authorities within the public procurement system and identifying their root causes. The practical significance is defined by the possibility of applying the research findings to improve the legal literacy of contracting authorities, ensure compliance with legislation, and optimize procurement procedures. The study employs methods of comparative legal analysis, systemic and structural approaches, as well as expert review of normative legal acts. The research results reveal typical errors made by contracting authorities and their negative impact on the efficiency of public procurement. To prevent these issues, it is proposed to increase the legal literacy of contracting authorities, enhance the effectiveness of procurement organization, and improve control mechanisms. In addition, the necessity of improving the professional training of officials responsible for public procurement is emphasized in order to reduce the number of legal violations.  The article examines common legal errors made by contracting authorities during the implementation of public procurement processes, the causes of these errors, the qualification requirements for responsible personnel, the classification of mistakes, as well as aspects of applying state enforcement measures and their legal consequences. In addition, the study analyzes shortcomings in procurement procedures with the aim of developing preventive measures for their elimination. The purpose of the study is to identify typical errors frequently committed by contracting authorities, analyze the factors contributing to their occurrence, and propose scientifically grounded recommendations and preventive measures aimed at reducing these errors. Furthermore, the research aims to identify mechanisms that promote greater accountability among contracting authorities and enhance transparency in public procurement. The scientific significance of the study lies in its comprehensive analysis aimed at systematizing the errors of contracting authorities within the public procurement system and identifying their root causes. The practical significance is defined by the possibility of applying the research findings to improve the legal literacy of contracting authorities, ensure compliance with legislation, and optimize procurement procedures. The study employs methods of comparative legal analysis, systemic and structural approaches, as well as expert review of normative legal acts. The research results reveal typical errors made by contracting authorities and their negative impact on the efficiency of public procurement. To prevent these issues, it is proposed to increase the legal literacy of contracting authorities, enhance the effectiveness of procurement organization, and improve control mechanisms. In addition, the necessity of improving the professional training of officials responsible for public procurement is emphasized in order to reduce the number of legal violations. 

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