How can accounting firm “Elan Consulting” help with the registration of a construction company in the Chamber of Builders in Bulgaria?
Preparation and submission of documents:The team of “Elan Consulting” can help you with the compilation and preparation of all the necessary documents for successful registration in the CPRS.
Obtaining a certificate:After submitting the application and documents, the experts of “Elan Consulting” will help you get your certificate of registration without delay.
Consultations on changes in circumstances:If you are already a registered builder and there are changes in your circumstances, Elan Consulting can help you with the preparation and submission of documents for a change in circumstances.
Assistance in expanding or narrowing the scope of activity:If you wish to expand or narrow the scope of your activity, the Elan Consulting team will help you with all the necessary steps in this process.
What are the features of registration of a construction company in Bulgaria?
Registration of a construction company in Bulgaria includes several key steps and specific requirements that are important for future entrepreneurs in this field. Here we will look at the main aspects of this process, focusing on legal, tax and sector-specific requirements.
Choosing a legal and organizational form of a construction company
Any construction company wishing to start operations in Bulgaria must first determine its legal and organizational form. This choice is important because it determines what the responsibility of the owners will be, how the company will be managed, how it will be taxed and what will be the opportunities to attract capital. The process of registering a construction company in Bulgaria begins with its incorporation as a legal entity. This can be done by creating a limited liability company (LLC) or a joint-stock company (AD). This requires the preparation of constituent documents, such as articles of association and act of incorporation, and registration in the Commercial Register. It is important to choose a suitable name for the company, determine the address of management and make a decision on the appointment of managers. This step is critical as it provides the firm with a legal basis to carry out its activities.
- The constituent documents must meet all the requirements specified in the Commercial Law.
- It is important to specify the authority of managers, especially in the context of company representation and decision-making.
Document preparation is a critical step in the registration process. It includes the preparation of a memorandum of association and articles of association, which determine the rules for the management and operation of the company, as well as other documents that may be required by the registration authorities. This step also involves providing information about the company, such as name, address, capital and subject of activity.
Once all documents are ready, they must be filed with the Commercial Register of the Republic of Bulgaria. This step usually takes several working days and involves a review of documents by the registration authorities for compliance with legal requirements. In case of successful examination, the company enters the register and receives its own unique identification number.
License for construction activity and registration in the CPRS
After the company is registered as a legal entity and has received the necessary license, the next step is registration with the CPRS. This registration is mandatory for builders performing constructions from the first to the fifth category, as specified in Art. 137, para. 1 of the ZUT. Registration in the CPRS gives the right to construction companies to carry out constructions of the respective group and category.
Key requirements for a construction company license
- Appropriate qualified personnel: The company must prove the availability of qualified professionals to carry out the construction activities.
- Technical equipment: Having the right equipment is essential for the quality execution of construction projects.
Registration in the Central Professional Register of Builders (CPRS) is mandatory for all construction companies in Bulgaria that carry out complex construction installation works. The Law on Spatial Planning provides exclusionsfor which registration is not required, namely: construction of residential and mixed buildings with a height of up to 10 m. /height cornice/, cottage buildings, etc. under Art. 137, para. 1, item 5, b. “c” and “d” of the ZUT, as well as a number of others. CPRS is under the control of the Bulgarian Chamber of Builders and aims to ensure that all construction companies comply with the necessary standards and regulations. Registration with the CPRS also enables companies to participate in public procurement and access other important resources and opportunities in the construction sector.
Necessary documents for registration of a construction company in the CPRS
- Application for registration: Includes instructions for the group and categories in which the builder wishes to be listed.
- Diplomas and certificates: Diplomas attesting to the technical competence and qualifications of the technical staff must be presented.
- Reference from the NRA: A reference to the current status of all current employment contracts is required.
- Equipment reference: Presentation of information about the builder's machinery, facilities and equipment.
- Occupational safety training document: Certificate of training of the person in charge of occupational safety control.
- Staff reference: Information on the number and qualifications of the staff.
- Qualification Training Reference: Data on staff trainings carried out in the last three years.
- Report on completed constructions: Description of the constructions carried out by the company in the last three years.
- Documents for completed works: Provision of documentation for completed projects.
- Reference on penalties imposed under the UTI: Reference on the presence or absence of penalties imposed for violations of construction legislation
- Insurance policy: Evidence of concluded compulsory insurance “Professional liability of participants in design and construction”. An integral part of the application for initial entry in the register is a declaration by the builder according to a model about the existence of valid insurance “professional liability” according to Art. 15, para. 1, item 7 of the ZKS in conjunction with Art. 171 of the ZT and the Ordinance on the conditions and procedure for compulsory insurance in the design and construction (Adopted with PMS №38 of 24.02.2004., obn., DV, no.17 of 02.03.2004), which corresponds to the scope of entry in the CPRS requested by you
- Payment document for a paid fee: Document of the paid registration fee.
- Financial information: Data from the annual financial statements for the last three years.
- Additional documents: Depending on the specifics of the projects, additional documents may be required, for example, for objects-cultural values or facilities of increased danger.
CPRS registration fees
- The amount of the registration fee is 0.1% of the NAP (net sales revenue) for the last financial year, butnot less than 1,200 BGN
- The maximum amount for the fee is limited to 30,000 BGN
- In case of refusal to register, 90% of the paid fee is refunded.
- VAT is also charged on fees.
What insurance for a construction company is needed to register with the CPRS?
Insurance “Professional liability of participants in the design and construction” is compulsory insurance(pursuant to art. 171 of the Spatial Planning Act).
It is intended for compensation of damages caused by the Insured to other participants in the construction and/or to third parties in the exercise of his professional activity.
It is concluded from the moment of start of the activity, but always before the entry into the CPRS.Renewal without interruptionwhile the professional activity is being carried out.
Upon termination of the activity, it is concluded one-time insurance for a period of 5 years (Art. 171, para. 5 of the ZUT).
The minimum insurance amounts for the builder under the Ordinance on the Conditions and Procedure for Compulsory Insurance in Design and Construction /Obn., DV, issue 17 of 2 March 2004/ are as follows:
1. for constructions of the first category according to Art. 137, para. 1, item 1 SPA - 600 000 BGN ;
2. for constructions of the second category according to Art. 137, para. 1, item 2 SPA - 400 000 BGN ;
3. for constructions of the third category according to Art. 137, para. 1, item. 3 SPA- 200 000 BGN ;
4. for constructions of the fourth category according to Art. 137, para. 1, item 4 SPA- 100 000 BGN ;
5. for constructions of the fifth category according to Art. 137, para.
Important! It is necessary that there is a correspondence between the requested category of construction and the amount of insurance taken out at the date of submission of the application.