# S.L. 601.05, regulation 69. Preliminary market consultations

- URL: https://procurelex.mt/en/utilities/69 · Malti: https://procurelex.mt/mt/utilitajiet/69
- Public Procurement of Entities operating in the Water, Energy, Transport and Postal Services Sectors Regulations (S.L. 601.05), consolidated version in force from 2024-01-01; official text (prevails): https://legislation.mt/eli/sl/601.5/eng

(1) Before launching a procurement procedure, contracting entities may conduct market consultations with a view to preparing the procurement and informing economic operators of their procurement plans and requirements.
(2) Subject to the provisions of these regulations, contracting entities may, for example, seek or accept advice from independent experts or authorities or from market participants. That advice may be used in the planning and conduct of the procurement procedure, provided that such advice does not have the effect of distorting competition and does not result in a violation of the principles of non-discrimination and transparency.