The goal of the analysis is, first and foremost, to identify the normative and institutional prer... more The goal of the analysis is, first and foremost, to identify the normative and institutional prerequisites for the most common corrupt practices in public procurement and to suggest possible anti-corruption measures. Furthermore, it expands the conventional approach in two aspects. First, it emphasizes the economic assessment of the effect of regulations and, second, it directs the risk assessment and control to the use of objective expediency criteria. Chapter 1 outlines corruption in the public procurement as a main driving force and tool of political corruption. Chapter 2 presents the most common corrupt practices and abuses in Bulgaria and tries to give an approximate estimate of the magnitude of the phenomenon and the damage it causes. Chapter 3 focuses on the sectoral dimension of the problem based on the example of a sector with one of the highest corruption risks, i.e. energy. Chapter 4 connects the economic and legal aspects of the prevention of corruption and financial abuse in the public procurement sector. It contains a critical analysis of the way in which the anticorruption policy and institutions have faced these challenges so far. The chapter traces out and reviews the structural reforms in the public procurement sphere in the light of the EU accession process, the changes in the Bulgarian legislation and administrative practices, as well as the control over the implementation of contracts. The conclusion summarizes the main findings and suggestions with regard to the anti-corruption policy. The authors of the individual sections are as follows: Chapters 1 and 2-K. Pashev; Chapter 3-A. Dyulgerov and G. Kaschiev; Chapter 4-K. Pashev and A. Dyulgerov 1. Vesela Georgieva from the Centre for the Study of Democracy has rendered valuable technical assistance. Genika Boshnakova is the stylistic editor of the whole study.
This publication analyses the changes in the third sector during the 2010-2013 period and at the ... more This publication analyses the changes in the third sector during the 2010-2013 period and at the same time outlines the positive practices in the social entrepreneurship as well as the risks that reduce the chances for nongovernmental organisations to effectively impact the democracy and well-being of Bulgaria.
The report Financing of Organised Crime: Human Trafficking in Focus contributes to a better under... more The report Financing of Organised Crime: Human Trafficking in Focus contributes to a better understanding of the financial aspects of this infamous phenomenon. The analysis explores the sources and mechanisms of the financing of trafficking in human beings, settlement of payments, access to financing in critical moments, costs of business, and the management of profits. The report draws on the findings of nine in-depth country case studies in Belgium,
ISBN 954-477-051-8 2. Social Policy Aspects of BulgariaÕs EU Accession. Sofia, 1999. ISBN 954-477... more ISBN 954-477-051-8 2. Social Policy Aspects of BulgariaÕs EU Accession. Sofia, 1999. ISBN 954-477-053-4 3. Preparing for EU Accession Negotiations. Sofia, 1999. ISBN 954-477-057-7
Southeast Europe Leadership for Development and Integrity (SELDI) is an anti-corruption and good ... more Southeast Europe Leadership for Development and Integrity (SELDI) is an anti-corruption and good governance initiative created by CSOs from
The report Financing of Organised Crime contributes to a better understanding of the financial as... more The report Financing of Organised Crime contributes to a better understanding of the financial aspects of organised crime. The analysis explores topics such as the sources and mechanisms for financing organised crime, settlement of payments, access to financing in critical moments, costs of business and the management of profits. Drawing on the results of the analysis, the report also suggests possible new approaches to tackling organised crime. The report has been produced with the joint efforts of the Center for the Study of Democracy, the University of Trento and Teesside University and in close collaboration with the State Agency National Security in Bulgaria, the State Police in Latvia and the French National Institute for Advanced Studies in Security and Justice.
The goal of the analysis is, first and foremost, to identify the normative and institutional prer... more The goal of the analysis is, first and foremost, to identify the normative and institutional prerequisites for the most common corrupt practices in public procurement and to suggest possible anti-corruption measures. Furthermore, it expands the conventional approach in two aspects. First, it emphasizes the economic assessment of the effect of regulations and, second, it directs the risk assessment and control to the use of objective expediency criteria. Chapter 1 outlines corruption in the public procurement as a main driving force and tool of political corruption. Chapter 2 presents the most common corrupt practices and abuses in Bulgaria and tries to give an approximate estimate of the magnitude of the phenomenon and the damage it causes. Chapter 3 focuses on the sectoral dimension of the problem based on the example of a sector with one of the highest corruption risks, i.e. energy. Chapter 4 connects the economic and legal aspects of the prevention of corruption and financial abuse in the public procurement sector. It contains a critical analysis of the way in which the anticorruption policy and institutions have faced these challenges so far. The chapter traces out and reviews the structural reforms in the public procurement sphere in the light of the EU accession process, the changes in the Bulgarian legislation and administrative practices, as well as the control over the implementation of contracts. The conclusion summarizes the main findings and suggestions with regard to the anti-corruption policy. The authors of the individual sections are as follows: Chapters 1 and 2-K. Pashev; Chapter 3-A. Dyulgerov and G. Kaschiev; Chapter 4-K. Pashev and A. Dyulgerov 1. Vesela Georgieva from the Centre for the Study of Democracy has rendered valuable technical assistance. Genika Boshnakova is the stylistic editor of the whole study.
This publication analyses the changes in the third sector during the 2010-2013 period and at the ... more This publication analyses the changes in the third sector during the 2010-2013 period and at the same time outlines the positive practices in the social entrepreneurship as well as the risks that reduce the chances for nongovernmental organisations to effectively impact the democracy and well-being of Bulgaria.
The report Financing of Organised Crime: Human Trafficking in Focus contributes to a better under... more The report Financing of Organised Crime: Human Trafficking in Focus contributes to a better understanding of the financial aspects of this infamous phenomenon. The analysis explores the sources and mechanisms of the financing of trafficking in human beings, settlement of payments, access to financing in critical moments, costs of business, and the management of profits. The report draws on the findings of nine in-depth country case studies in Belgium,
ISBN 954-477-051-8 2. Social Policy Aspects of BulgariaÕs EU Accession. Sofia, 1999. ISBN 954-477... more ISBN 954-477-051-8 2. Social Policy Aspects of BulgariaÕs EU Accession. Sofia, 1999. ISBN 954-477-053-4 3. Preparing for EU Accession Negotiations. Sofia, 1999. ISBN 954-477-057-7
Southeast Europe Leadership for Development and Integrity (SELDI) is an anti-corruption and good ... more Southeast Europe Leadership for Development and Integrity (SELDI) is an anti-corruption and good governance initiative created by CSOs from
The report Financing of Organised Crime contributes to a better understanding of the financial as... more The report Financing of Organised Crime contributes to a better understanding of the financial aspects of organised crime. The analysis explores topics such as the sources and mechanisms for financing organised crime, settlement of payments, access to financing in critical moments, costs of business and the management of profits. Drawing on the results of the analysis, the report also suggests possible new approaches to tackling organised crime. The report has been produced with the joint efforts of the Center for the Study of Democracy, the University of Trento and Teesside University and in close collaboration with the State Agency National Security in Bulgaria, the State Police in Latvia and the French National Institute for Advanced Studies in Security and Justice.
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