Key Moments:
- The IPLyC has published preliminary technical scores for the Buenos Aires provincial casino tender.
- Boldt SA achieved 79 points in the technical evaluation, while Casino de Victoria SA received 43.5 points for its Hermitage bid.
- Financial offers are scheduled to be opened on October 30 at noon in the IPLyC’s Drawing Room.
Initial Technical Scores Announced
Authorities in Buenos Aires released the preliminary technical scores for the casino bidding process. The announcement marks an important step in modernizing and managing provincial gaming venues.
Resolution No. 1258 in the Official Gazette confirms that the Pre-Award Commission accepted proposals from both Boldt SA and Casino de Victoria SA. Boldt secured 79 points for its proposals to manage Casino Anexo III in Mar del Plata (Hotel Hermitage), Casino de Miramar, and Casino de Tandil. In comparison, Casino de Victoria earned 43.5 points for its bid for the Hermitage property. Technical evaluation focused on criteria such as equipment quality, infrastructure enhancements, and operational capacities.
| Bidder | Properties Included | Technical Score |
|---|---|---|
| Boldt SA | Casino Anexo III (Mar del Plata – Hotel Hermitage), Casino de Miramar, Casino de Tandil | 79 |
| Casino de Victoria SA | Hotel Hermitage | 43.5 |
Financial Offers Set for October 30
The financial component of the bidding process is slated for October 30 at noon in the IPLyC’s Drawing Room. This stage will determine which operator secures contracts for the key casino properties under consideration. Seven casinos are included in the broader tender, featuring Mar del Plata (Hotel Sasso), Mar de Ajó, Sierra de la Ventana, and Necochea. However, authorities confirmed that no bids were received for Mar de Ajó, Sierra de la Ventana, or Necochea.
Transparency Emphasized Throughout Process
The IPLyC has highlighted that publishing these preliminary technical assessments aligns with its commitment to maintaining a transparent and compliant process. Officials maintain that all legal and administrative deadlines are being met as the province moves forward with its land-based casino modernization agenda.
With financial bids soon to be unsealed, the contest between Boldt and Casino de Victoria is reaching its critical phase. Observers will be watching closely to see which operator will be awarded the responsibility of shaping the future of Buenos Aires’ casino sector.
- Author
Daniel Williams
