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Certified construction specialists are responsible for the quality of construction projects and work, while the state is responsible for their certification and operational supervision. Recognizing that professional organizations are best suited to evaluate the competencies of construction specialists and supervise their practices, the Ministry of Economics (ME) enters into delegation agreements with these organizations for competency assessment and independent practice oversight.
In 2022, ME signed delegation agreements with competency evaluation bodies for three years, which will expire on January 1, 2025.
To reduce the administrative burden in the delegation process, on October 29, 2024, the Cabinet of Ministers decided that future ME delegation agreements with construction sector organizations will be signed for ten years instead of the previous three-year period.
This spring, ME launched an open competition, inviting construction industry organizations to apply for the delegation of functions related to specialist supervision and competency evaluation in fields such as architecture, design, engineering research, and construction management. Following the competition, ME has selected the following competency evaluation bodies to enter into delegation agreements: the Latvian Association of Civil Engineers, Latvian Association of Heating, Gas, and Water Technology Engineers, Latvian Association of Electrical Engineers and Power Builders, Latvian Association of Architects, and Latvian Railway Association.
The Ministry of Economics signs delegation agreements to ensure more effective execution of public administration tasks by delegating certification and supervision functions to non-governmental organizations. These agreements are expected to enhance construction quality, from specialist preparation to job quality oversight.
Further details on the Cabinet-approved directive “On the Conclusion of Delegation Agreements” are available on the Unified Legal Acts Portal.