Housing Ministry seeks feedback on draft contractor classification regs
The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing (MOMAH) launched a draft update of the Executive Regulations for the Contractor Classification System for public consultation.
The proposed update aims to update and strengthen the current regulations, align them with recent developments in the contracting sector, ensure compliance with international standards, and enhance the quality of both public and private sector projects.
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