Argentina cleaning contracts: budget up 530%, awards concentrated among few firms

An internal audit in 2024 flagged high concentration of cleaning service providers to the Argentine state, with several sharing a directory. By 2026, the same firms still secure most contracts, while the budget for cleaning, sanitation, and fumigation grew nearly 300 points above inflation since December 2023. This suggests persistent procurement irregularities and potential corruption, though the article does not confirm wrongdoing.

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