Határhúzó

Határhúzó is a policy decision-making tool used in Hungarian public procurement. The term is derived from the Hungarian word "határ," meaning "limit," and "húzó," meaning "trend" or "direction." The határhúzó is a threshold value or a limit that serves as a reference point for the trend or direction of the procurement.

In the context of public procurement, the határhúzó is a significant factor in the selection process. It is used to determine whether or not to conduct a further selection process, often based on the contract value. If the contract value exceeds the határhúzó, a more detailed evaluation process may be necessary.

The határhúzó is set at regular intervals by the Hungarian government and can vary depending on the specific procurement process and the type of goods or services being procured. The purpose of the határhúzó is to ensure transparency, fairness, and equal treatment of all tenderers, as well as to prevent unjustified preferences for certain bidders.

The határhúzó has been a subject of controversy in the Hungarian public procurement system, with some arguing that it undermines fair competition and creates an uneven playing field for smaller and newer companies. However, its proponents argue that it helps to prevent corrupt practices and ensures that large-scale procurements are conducted in a transparent and accountable manner.