The Argentine government has implemented a reform in the public works contracting system, seeking to eliminate cartelization practices and promote competition among companies.
The Minister of Deregulation and State Transformation, Federico Sturzenegger, emphasized that for 70 years a system prevailed that limited the constructive capacity of bidders, ensured a distribution among actors, and restricted the entry of new competitors.
Introduction of the Co-Contractors Information System (SICO)
The reform, formalized through Provision 24/2025 published in the Official Gazette, introduces the Co-Contractors Information System (SICO).
This new system replaces traditional registries, eliminates the requirement to submit extensive testimonies of up to 10 years, and allows the inclusion of experience in both public and private works.
