Characteristics of Administrative Contracts and Their Impact on Execution and EnforcementContracts play a crucial role in legal frameworks, governing relationships between individuals, private entities, and public authorities.The public entity plays a dominant role in defining terms to meet public service needs.ConclusionAdministrative contracts differ from private contracts due to public authority involvement, public interest orientation, special privileges, and a strict regulatory framework.If a private party fails to comply, the public entity can impose financial penalties, seize assets, or even unilaterally terminate the contract without needing mutual consent.Judicial Oversight and Specialized Courts: Disputes in administrative contracts are usually resolved in administrative courts, which have specialized judges to ensure decisions align with public law principles.Courts and regulators may favor interpretations that maintain essential services rather than uphold strict contractual equality.Limited Freedom for Private Parties: Unlike private contracts, where both parties can negotiate and alter terms flexibly, administrative contracts impose non-negotiable conditions in many cases.These contracts are subject to specific administrative and judicial reviews to ensure compliance with public service objectives.Extended Liability and Obligations:
The private party in an administrative contract typically assumes greater obligations and responsibilities than in private contracts.