The mayor of Vilnius provided an update on efforts to safeguard the city’s critical infrastructure. He noted that a formal agreement was established with the Public Security Service (VST) approximately one year ago, specifically addressing the protection of vital municipal facilities. These critical assets include the city’s power stations, heating plants, water supply systems, and waste management facilities.
According to the mayor, the process for securing the necessary protections is currently underway. He emphasized that the procurement procedures are mandatory, even for such essential infrastructure. While acknowledging that substantial preparatory work has been completed, he stated that all actions must proceed strictly in accordance with established legal protocols.
The official confirmed that the procurement process remains ongoing. He indicated that although significant progress has been made in the planning stages, adherence to procedural law is paramount. Regarding a timeline, the mayor expressed optimism that the city would be in a position to announce the first finalized contracts within the current year.
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