Document background
Administrative Contracts (administratiefrechtelijke overeenkomsten) are essential instruments in Dutch public administration, used when government bodies enter into formal agreements with other parties. These contracts are particularly relevant when public authorities need to establish binding arrangements for public service delivery, infrastructure projects, or other government functions. The document must comply with the General Administrative Law Act (Awb), the Dutch Civil Code, and relevant public procurement regulations. It's specifically designed to address the unique aspects of government contracting, including public interest considerations, administrative law requirements, and transparency obligations. Administrative Contracts are commonly used for public-private partnerships, service level agreements with public utilities, and other arrangements where public authority powers need to be exercised within a contractual framework.
