FAS has marked the boundary in the fragmentation of small purchases under 44-FZ
According to the explanations of the FAS of Russia, from January 1, 2026, customers have the right to conclude several contracts for similar goods, works or services according to the rules of small purchases (clauses 4.5, Part 1, Article 93 44-FZ). This is acceptable if the established limits on price and annual volume of purchases are met.
The key conclusion of the FAS is that the law does not prohibit "fragmentation" as such and does not limit the number of contracts. Artificial fragmentation of a single purchase in order to avoid a competitive procedure is considered a violation. For example, if the repair of one facility or the delivery of equipment to one address is divided.
Such actions can be qualified as a restriction of competition under the Law No. 135-FZ "On Protection of Competition".
Document: Letter from the Federal Antimonopoly Service of Russia dated 02/10/2026