Right to retribution between Public-Private Associations (APP); consolidating element of the principle of equality in state contracting

Abstract

Colombia, the application of constitutional principles in public contracting processes has always been a matter of great interest and concern; especially considering the nation's history of corruption. In this way, this article is developed in order to determine how the right of retribution between Public-Private Associations (APP) configures the principle of equality in state contracting. At a methodological level, this study is approached from a qualitative approach, being of a descriptive documentary type, in which a bibliographic review of official literature and high-level scientific documents was carried out for the construction of the results. Based on this, the results show that PPPs are a figure that allows promoting cooperation between private and public entities for the implementation of high-caliber initiatives and proposals. It is concluded that the application of constitutional principles such as equality within public contracting processes guarantee the transparency and effectiveness of all works and other services rendered to society as a development of the common good.