Introduction to ComprasMX and its Significance
On April 16, following the publication of the updated Public Works and Services Related to Them Law in the Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF), Mexico’s public procurement system, CompraNet, has begun its transition to ComprasMX.
Buen Gobierno’s Announcement of ComprasMX
The Anti-Corruption System and Good Governance (Buen Gobierno) announced the launch of ComprasMX, the new Digital Platform for Public Procurement, which replaces CompraNet. This change is part of recent amendments to the Public Works and Services Related to Them Law, aiming to make procurement information accessible to everyone.
What is ComprasMX?
ComprasMX is a digital platform developed by Buen Gobierno, allowing anyone to access information about the government’s purchases. It replaces CompraNet and integrates an intuitive interface with relevant information, maintaining transparency, efficiency, and equitable access for citizens, suppliers, contractors, and government entities.
Information Available on ComprasMX
Currently, ComprasMX contains the same information as its predecessor regarding procurement procedures (active notices, ongoing follow-ups, and completed notices). This information is also linked to the Public-Private Partnerships Law and the Public Sector Acquisitions, Leases, and Services Law.
Improvements in ComprasMX
Buen Gobierno assures that ComprasMX makes it easier to find the necessary information while upholding transparency, efficiency, and fair access for everyone. The new platform aims to streamline the procurement process and ensure that all stakeholders have equal opportunities.
Timeline for Transition
Since the updated Public Works and Services Related to Them Law was published in the DOF on April 16, government entities have started updating their procurement systems within a 30-month period, starting from the law’s enactment date.
Transitional Provisions
Article 4 of the transitional provisions states that the Digital Platform for Public Procurement must be fully operational within 30 months of the law’s enactment. Additionally, key modules must be fully functional and operational within 18 months of the new regulation’s implementation.
Ongoing Procurement Processes
Procurement procedures and contract subscriptions in progress at the time of the law’s enactment will continue according to existing regulations until completion.
Impact on Ongoing Projects
This transition will affect ongoing projects, such as the construction of certain segments of passenger train projects. The Secretariat of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (SICT) will publish the corresponding bidding documents within 25 days.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is ComprasMX? ComprasMX is a digital platform developed by Buen Gobierno, providing transparent access to information about Mexico’s public procurement processes.
- When did the transition from CompraNet to ComprasMX begin? The transition started on April 16, following the publication of the updated Public Works and Services Related to Them Law in the Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF).
- What information is available on ComprasMX? The platform contains details about ongoing, active, and completed procurement procedures linked to the Public Works and Services Related to Them Law, Public-Private Partnerships Law, and the Public Sector Acquisitions, Leases, and Services Law.
- What are the benefits of ComprasMX? ComprasMX offers an intuitive interface, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and equal access to information for citizens, suppliers, contractors, and government entities.
- How will ongoing projects be affected by the transition? Ongoing projects, such as passenger train segments’ construction, will continue under existing regulations until completion. The SICT will publish relevant bidding documents within 25 days.
