The Concept of Public-Private Partnership in Poland

Authors

  • Rafał Cieślak University of Warsaw

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22364/jull.15.19

Keywords:

public-private partnership, concession for works or services, public procurement law, Poland

Abstract

The paper concentrates on the concept of public-private partnership in Poland. In particular, the issues concerning the legal basis and the principles of implementing PPP projects were raised. Moreover, the paper explores the procedures of the private partners’ selection and important provisions of the PPP contracts. The institutional environment, such as PPP policy and the role of the PPP Central Unit were also discussed. At the conclusion, the analysis of PPP market in Poland is provided.

Author Biography

  • Rafał Cieślak, University of Warsaw

    Dr. iur. 
    Faculty of Law and Administration, University of Warsaw
    Assistant Professor at the Public Administration Research Unit

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Published

2022-11-16

How to Cite

Cieślak, R. (2022). The Concept of Public-Private Partnership in Poland. Journal of the University of Latvia. Law, 15, 282-292. https://doi.org/10.22364/jull.15.19