The Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) has requested a two-year prison sentence for Shkodra Mayor Benet Beci, who is accused of violating the equal treatment of bidders in public procurement procedures during his tenure as head of the Albanian Power Corporation (KESH).

The case concerns a 2019 procurement procedure titled “Strategic Development of the Energy Sector,” with an estimated budget of approximately ALL 69.5 million, excluding VAT.

According to SPAK, actions allegedly taken during the tender process favored the company “Consulting & Management Albania,” which was ultimately awarded the contract.

The investigation has also involved several other individuals, including former KESH officials and people linked to the winning company.

Beci is standing trial on charges of violating the equality of participants in public tenders or public auctions, allegedly committed in cooperation with others.

The Special Court has accepted the request for an abbreviated trial procedure. However, the final verdict in the case against the Shkodra mayor has yet to be delivered.