An analysis of the contracting process used by the National Armed Force of Venezuela

Abstract

Like many countries around the world experiencing economic problems, Venezuela is suffering from structural reforms. These reforms affect all Government institutions, including the National Armed Force of Venezuela. The Venezuelan structural reforms are based on the restructuring of the public sector, the changing in social, economical and political laws, and the structuring of a new political system according to the new Bolivarian Venezuelan National Constitution The purpose of this thesis is to analyze the military contracting process for goods and services in Venezuela as well as to identify policies, procedures, and methodologies, contributing to the implementation of the respective contracting process. Once these indicators were identified, this thesis proposes a model procurement system as a more appropriate system in the new Venezuelan legal environment. The model procurement process is explained starting with the initial request for materiel through delivery to the end user. This thesis is a practical, homogeneous and easy reference for the personnel working in the Logistic Command of the Armed Force of Venezuela due to its logical and uniform criteria in the procedures of procurement In addition, this thesis will be a point of reference to the lawmakers in the National Assembly when they reform or modify the old legislation for acquisition and contract.