RESTRICTED GPA/MOD/ARM/2 2 March 2017 (17-1273) Page: 1/11 Committee on Government Procurement Original: English PROPOSED MODIFI

RESTRICTED

GPA/MOD/ARM/2

2 March 2017

(17-1273) Page: 1/11

Committee on Government Procurement Original: English

PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS TO APPENDIX I OF ARMENIA UNDER THE (1994) AGREEMENT ON GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT

COMMUNICATION FROM ARMENIA PURSUANT TO ARTICLE XXIV:6(a)1 OF THE GPA (1994)

The following communication, dated 1 March 2017, is being circulated at the request of the Delegation of Armenia.

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1. Pursuant to Article XXIV, paragraph 6(a) of the 1994 Agreement on Government Procurement (hereinafter "the 1994 Agreement"), the Government of the Republic of Armenia hereby notifies the Committee on Government Procurement of the following modifications relating to Armenia's Annex 1 and Annex 2 to Appendix I to the Agreement.

2. Attachment A shows (in bold, strikeout and/or underlining) the proposed modifications to the corresponding pages of Annex 1 (pages 1/4, 2/4 and 3/4) and Annex 2 (pages 1/2 and 2/2) of Appendix I of the 1994 Agreement. Attachment B indicates how these pages of Annex 1 and Annex 2 of Appendix I would appear after the proposed modifications have been made.2

1 Article XXIV:6(a) of the 1994 GPA reads as follows: Rectifications or Modifications (a) Rectifications, transfers of an entity from one Annex to another or, in exceptional cases, other modifications relating to Appendices I through IV shall be notified to the Committee, along with information as to the likely consequences of the change for the mutually agreed coverage provided in this Agreement. If the rectifications, transfers or other modifications are of a purely formal or minor nature, they shall become effective provided there is no objection within 30 days. In other cases, the Chairman of the Committee shall promptly convene a meeting of the Committee. The Committee shall consider the proposal and any claim for compensatory adjustments, with a view to maintaining a balance of rights and obligations and a comparable level of mutually agreed coverage provided in this Agreement prior to such notification. In the event of agreement not being reached, the matter may be pursued in accordance with the provisions contained in Article XXII. 2 Attachments A, and B are in English only. GPA/MOD/ARM/2

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ATTACHMENT A

REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA

(Authentic in the English Language)

ANNEX 1

Central Authorities which Procure in Accordance with the Procedures of this Agreement

Thresholds:

Goods SDR 130,000

Services (specified in Annex 4) SDR 130,000

Construction services (specified in Annex 5) SDR 5,000,000

List of Entities:

1. Administration of the President of the Republic of Armenia (RA) 2. Administration of the National Assembly of the RA 3. Administration of the Government of the RA 4. Administration of the Constitutional Court of RA 5. Chamber of Control of the RA 6. Judicial Department of the RA 7. Office of the Public Prosecutor of the RA 8. Special Investigation Service of the RA 9. Office of the Human Rights Defender of the RA 10. Central Bank of the RA (Note 2) 11. Ministry of Agriculture of the RA 12. Ministry of Defence of the RA (Note 3) 13. Ministry of Diaspora of the RA 14. Ministry of Economy Economic Development and Investments of the RA 15. Ministry of Education and Science of the RA 16. Ministry of Energy Infrastructures and Natural Resources of the RA 17. Ministry of Finance of the RA 18. Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the RA 19. Ministry of Healthcare of the RA 20. Ministry of Justice of the RA 21. Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the RA 22. Ministry of Nature Protection of the RA 23. Ministry of Sport and Youth Affairs of the RA 24. Ministry of Territorial Administration and Development of the RA 25. Ministry of Transport, and Communication and Information Technologies of the RA 26. Ministry of Urban Development of the RA

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2726. Ministry of Culture of the RA 2827. Ministry of Emergency Situation of the RA 28. Ministry of International Economic Integration and Reforms 29. National Security Service adjunct to the Government of the RA (Note 3) 30. State Security Service of the RA (Note 3) 30. State Urban Development Committee adjunct to the Government of the Republic of Armenia 31. State Revenue Committee adjunct to the Government of the RA 32. State Protection Service of the RA 33. Investigative Committee of the RA 3234. State Committee of the Real Estate Cadastre adjunct to the Government of the RA 3335. State Nuclear Safety Regulatory Committee by the Government of the RA 3436. State Property Management Department adjunct to the Government of the RA 3537. General Department of Civil Aviation adjunct to the Government of the RA 3638. Police of the RA adjunct to the Government of the Republic of Armenia (Note 3) 37. Armenian Rescue Service 3839. State Water Committee of Water Economy of the Ministry of Energy Infrastructures and Natural Resources of the Republic of Armenia 3940. State Science Committee of the Ministry of Education and Science of the RA 4041. Central Electoral Commission of the RA 4142. Public Services Regulatory Commission of the RA 4243. Social Insurance Commission Security State Service of the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the RA 4344. State Commission for the Protection of Economic Competition of the RA 4445. Civil Service Council of the RA 4546. National Statistical Service of the RA 4647. National Commission on TV and Radio of RA 4748. Council of the Public TV and Radio of the RA 49. State Food Security Service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the RA 50. State Protocol Service Agency of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the RA 51. State Migration Service of the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Development of the RA 4852. Marzpetaran of Aragatsotn 4953. Marzpetaran of Ararat 5054. Marzpetaran of Armavir 5155. Marzpetaran of Gegharquniq 5256. Marzpetaran of Lory 5357. Marzpetaran of Kotayq 5458. Marzpetaran of Shirak 5559. Marzpetaran of Syuniq 5660. Marzpetaran of Vayots Dzor 5761. Marzpetaran of Tavush

Notes to Annex 1

1. This list refers to all central government entities and subordinated organizations covered by Law on Procurement of the RA.

2. Central Bank of the RA: The Agreement does not apply to the procurement or acquisition by the Central Bank of the Republic of Armenia related to the sale, redemption and distribution of public debt, including loans and government bonds, notes and other securities.

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3. Ministry of Defence of the RA, National Security Service adjunct to the Government of the RA, State Security Service of the RA and Police of the RA adjunct to the Government of the Republic of Armenia: For these entities, the Agreement only covers the procurement of the following categories, subject to Republic of Armenia determinations under paragraph 1 of Article III:

FSC 22 Railway Equipment 23 Motor Vehicles, Trailers, and Cycles (except buses in 2310) 24 Tractors 25 Vehicular Equipment Components 26 Tyres and Tubes 29 Engine Accessories 30 Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment 32 Woodworking Machinery and Equipment 34 Metalworking Machinery 35 Service and Trade Equipment 36 Special Industry Machinery 37 Agricultural Machinery and Equipment 38 Construction, Mining, Excavating, and Highway Maintenance Equipment 39 Materials Handling Equipment 40 Rope, Cable, Chain and Fittings 41 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Equipment 42 Fire Fighting, Rescue and Safety Equipment 43 Pumps and Compressors 44 Furnace, Steam Plant, Drying Equipment and Nuclear Reactors 45 Plumbing, Heating and Sanitation Equipment 46 Water Purification and Sewage Treatment Equipment 47 Pipe, Tubing, Hose and Fittings 48 Valves 49 Maintenance and Repair Shop Equipment 53 Hardware and Abrasives 54 Prefabricated Structures and Scaffolding 55 Lumber, Millwork, Plywood and Veneer 56 Construction and Building Materials 61 Electric Wire, and Power and Distribution Equipment 62 Lighting Fixtures and Lamps 63 Alarm and Signal Systems 65 Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies 66 Instruments and Laboratory Equipment 67 Photographic Equipment 68 Chemicals and Chemical Products 69 Training Aids and Devices 70 General Purpose ADPE, Software, Supplies and Support Equipment 71 Furniture 72 Household and Commercial Furnishings and Appliances 73 Food Preparation and Serving Equipment 74 Office Machines, Visible Record Equipment and ADP Equipment 75 Office Supplies and Devices

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ANNEX 2

Sub-Central Authorities which Procure in Accordance with the Procedures of this Agreement

Thresholds:

Goods SDR 200,000

Services (specified in Annex 4) SDR 200,000

Construction services (specified in Annex 5) SDR 5,000,000

List of Entities:

1. Following local authorities as defined by RA Law "On Administrative-Territorial Division" No. N-062-I HO-18 of 7 November 1995:

- Municipality of Yerevan - Municipality of Ashtarak, - Municipality of Aparan - Municipality of Talin - Municipality of Artashat - Municipality of Ararat - Municipality of Masis - Municipality of Vedi - Municipality of Armavir - Municipality of Vagharshapat - Municipality of Mecamor - Municipality of Gavar - Municipality of Chambarak - Municipality of Martuni - Municipality of Sevan - Municipality of Vardenis - Municipality of Vanadzor - Municipality of Alaverdi - Municipality of Akhtala - Municipality of Tumanyan - Municipality of Shamlugh - Municipality of Spitak - Municipality of Stepanavan - Municipality of Tashir - Municipality of Hrazdan - Municipality of Abovyan - Municipality of Byureghavan - Municipality of Eghvard - Municipality of Tsakhkadzor

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- Municipality of Nor Hachn - Municipality of Charentsavan - Municipality of Gyumri - Municipality of Artik - Municipality of Maralik - Municipality of Kapan - Municipality of Agarak - Municipality of Goris - Municipality of Dastakert - Municipality of Megri - Municipality of Sisian - Municipality of Qajaran - Municipality of Eghegnadzor - Municipality of Jermuk - Municipality of Vayq - Municipality of Ijevan - Municipality of Berd - Municipality of Ayrum - Municipality of Dilijan - Municipality of Noyemberyan

Note to Annex 2

The conditions specified in the General Notes apply to this Annex.

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ATTACHMENT B

REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA

(Authentic in the English Language)

ANNEX 1

Central Authorities which Procure in Accordance with the Procedures of this Agreement

Thresholds:

Goods SDR 130,000

Services (specified in Annex 4) SDR 130,000

Construction services (specified in Annex 5) SDR 5,000,000

List of Entities:

1. Administration of the President of the Republic of Armenia (RA) 2. Administration of the National Assembly of the RA 3. Administration of the Government of the RA 4. Administration of the Constitutional Court of RA 5. Chamber of Control of the RA 6. Judicial Department of the RA 7. Office of the Public Prosecutor of the RA 8. Special Investigation Service of the RA 9. Office of the Human Rights Defender of the RA 10. Central Bank of the RA (Note 2) 11. Ministry of Agriculture of the RA 12. Ministry of Defence of the RA (Note 3) 13. Ministry of Diaspora of the RA 14. Ministry of Economic Development and Investments of the RA 15. Ministry of Education and Science of the RA 16. Ministry of Energy Infrastructures and Natural Resources of the RA 17. Ministry of Finance of the RA 18. Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the RA 19. Ministry of Healthcare of the RA 20. Ministry of Justice of the RA 21. Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the RA 22. Ministry of Nature Protection of the RA 23. Ministry of Sport and Youth Affairs of the RA 24. Ministry of Territorial Administration and Development of the RA 25. Ministry of Transport, Communication and Information Technologies of the RA

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26. Ministry of Culture of the RA 27. Ministry of Emergency Situation of the RA 28. Ministry of International Economic Integration and Reforms 29. National Security Service adjunct to the Government of the RA (Note 3) 30. State Urban Development Committee adjunct to the Government of the Republic of Armenia 31. State Revenue Committee adjunct to the Government of the RA 32. State Protection Service of the RA 33. Investigative Committee of the RA 34. State Committee of the Real Estate Cadastre adjunct to the Government of the RA 35. State Nuclear Safety Regulatory Committee by the Government of the RA 36. State Property Management Department adjunct to the Government of the RA 37. General Department of Civil Aviation adjunct to the Government of the RA 38. Police of the RA adjunct to the Government of the Republic of Armenia (Note 3) 39. State Committee of Water Economy of the Ministry of Energy Infrastructures and Natural Resources of the Republic of Armenia 40. State Science Committee of the Ministry of Education and Science of the RA 41. Central Electoral Commission of the RA 42. Public Services Regulatory Commission of the RA 43. Social Security State Service of the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the RA 44. State Commission for the Protection of Economic Competition of the RA 45. Civil Service Council of the RA 46. National Statistical Service of the RA 47. National Commission on TV and Radio of RA 48. Council of the Public TV and Radio of the RA 49. State Food Security Service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the RA 50. State Protocol Service Agency of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the RA 51. State Migration Service of the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Development of the RA 52. Marzpetaran of Aragatsotn 53. Marzpetaran of Ararat 54. Marzpetaran of Armavir 55. Marzpetaran of Gegharquniq 56. Marzpetaran of Lory 57. Marzpetaran of Kotayq 58. Marzpetaran of Shirak 59. Marzpetaran of Syuniq 60. Marzpetaran of Vayots Dzor 61. Marzpetaran of Tavush

Notes to Annex 1

1. This list refers to all central government entities and subordinated organizations covered by Law on Procurement of the RA.

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3. Ministry of Defence of the RA, National Security Service adjunct to the Government of the RA and Police of the RA adjunct to the Government of the Republic of Armenia: For these entities, the Agreement only covers the procurement of the following categories, subject to Republic of Armenia determinations under paragraph 1 of Article III:

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ANNEX 2

Sub-Central Authorities which Procure in Accordance with the Procedures of this Agreement

Thresholds:

Goods SDR 200,000

Services (specified in Annex 4) SDR 200,000

Construction services (specified in Annex 5) SDR 5,000,000

List of Entities:

1. Following local authorities as defined by RA Law "On Administrative-Territorial Division" No. HO-18 of 7 November 1995:

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Note to Annex 2

The conditions specified in the General Notes apply to this Annex.

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