Federal government apparently did not spend too much on protective masks
The DDPS internal audit department has examined the procurement of protective masks for the Confederation. The auditors concluded that the Federal Council's mandate had been fulfilled and that there were "strong indications" that the DDPS had purchased the hygiene masks at market prices.
At the end of January 2021, Viola Amherd commissioned the DDPS's internal audit department to review procurements during the Covid-19 pandemic. The audit report is now available. Despite difficult conditions, the federal government's mandate was fulfilled. The prices paid were also examined. There were "strong indications" that the DDPS had purchased the hygiene and respiratory masks "at market prices". No significant findings were identified with regard to the contract conditions either. However, there is also room for improvement.
As far as quality is concerned, the remaining open points relating to the hygiene and respiratory masks in storage are to be clarified. In addition, the DDPS Internal Audit unit was critical of the use of "ad hoc committees". It also identified a need for action with regard to the discounted distribution of medical supplies and the application of the BGÖ in crisis situations.
Source: VBS
