Construction companies in Galicia maintain electronic access to accredited registry

The Ministry of Labor and Social Economy and the Regional Government of Galicia have formalized an addendum to extend the existing agreement for the electronic functioning of the Registry of Accredited Companies in the construction sector. This resolution, published in the BOE (BOE-A-2026-21219), ensures that the digital management of this registry remains operational in the territory of Galicia for an additional four-year period.

What changes

In terms of operational requirements, there are no changes introduced by this resolution. The addendum serves exclusively to extend the duration of the original agreement signed on November 24, 2022. According to the First Clause of the addendum, all commitments and obligations previously established by the signing parties remain unaltered during this new period of validity.

The primary change is temporal. As specified in the Second Clause, the agreement is extended for a period of four years from the moment it becomes effective. The effectiveness of this extension is subject to its registration in the State Electronic Registry of Organs and Instruments of Cooperation of the public sector (REOICO), which must occur within five business days following its formalization.

Context

The Registry of Accredited Companies is a fundamental tool in the Spanish construction sector, designed to ensure compliance with subcontracting regulations. This registry was established in application of Royal Decree 1109/2007, which develops Law 32/2006 regarding subcontracting in the construction sector. Specifically, Article 10.3 of said Royal Decree mandates the Ministry of Labor to maintain a general database to monitor and certify companies that meet the necessary legal and technical requirements.

The collaboration between the central administration (Ministry of Labor and Social Economy) and the autonomous community (Xunta de Galicia) allows for a decentralized yet coordinated management of this database. This ensures that companies operating in Galicia can interact with the administration through electronic means, facilitating the verification of their accreditation status, which is often a prerequisite for participating in public tenders or working on major construction projects. This administrative framework is essential for maintaining transparency and legal certainty in the sector, much like the rigor required during a due diligence process in corporate transactions.

Who is affected and how

The impact of this resolution is primarily focused on ensuring stability for those operating within the Galician construction market. Although it is an administrative extension, it directly affects the following profiles:

• SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises): Construction companies that have their headquarters or significant operations in Galicia are the primary beneficiaries. The extension guarantees that the electronic platform used to manage their accreditation will not be interrupted. This prevents administrative gaps that could hinder their ability to prove compliance with subcontracting laws when bidding for contracts.
• Self-employed professionals (Autónomos): Individual professionals working in the construction sector in Galicia are also covered. The continuity of the electronic registry ensures they can maintain their accredited status without facing sudden changes in the digital procedures required by the administration.

For these profiles, the main consequence is continuity. There is no new burden of proof, no new fees, and no change in the technical documentation required to maintain accreditation. The administrative machinery remains the same, providing a predictable environment for business planning.

What to do and when

This regulation is an administrative extension of a cooperation agreement between government bodies; therefore, it does not impose any new obligations, deadlines, or filing requirements on private companies or self-employed professionals.

If your company is already part of the Registry of Accredited Companies in Galicia, you do not need to take any immediate action regarding this specific resolution. The electronic systems and the procedures for accreditation will continue to function under the terms established in the 2022 agreement. We recommend that companies regularly monitor their accreditation status through the official channels to ensure all their documentation remains up to date according to the original requirements of Royal Decree 1109/2007.

For any specific questions regarding the status of your company's accreditation or how it affects your ability to participate in upcoming tenders, we suggest consulting with the relevant area at BMC to evaluate your specific situation.