Francisco Toledo, who served as president of Puertos del Estado during the procurement of eight million masks from Soluciones de Gestión, has testified before the Supreme Court regarding how the company’s offer reached his office. Toledo stated that the offer he received was for eight million units, not the initial offer of four million which was reportedly doubled within half an hour by order of former minister José Luis Ábalos.
Contract Concerns
Toledo recalled sending a strongly worded email to his team, expressing his frustration and considering contract termination due to issues with Soluciones de Gestión. He wrote, “I am outraged by how things are going, I am considering rescinding [the contract], the other offer guarantees a week and half the time,” reflecting his concerns about the company’s performance.
The testimony is part of a larger legal proceeding involving allegations of improper dealings and irregularities in mask contracts during the pandemic, with former minister José Luis Ábalos, his advisor Koldo García, and agent Víctor de Aldama also facing scrutiny.
Frequently Asked Questions
What role did Francisco Toledo have in the mask contracts?
Francisco Toledo was the president of Puertos del Estado when the contract for eight million masks was awarded to Soluciones de Gestión.
What was Toledo’s reaction to the performance of Soluciones de Gestión?
Toledo expressed strong dissatisfaction with Soluciones de Gestión’s performance, stating he was “outraged” and considered rescinding the contract.
How did the mask order change before the contract was finalized?
The initial offer was for four million masks, but the order was doubled to eight million units within half an hour, reportedly by order of former minister José Luis Ábalos.
As the trial progresses, further details about the decision-making process and the roles of those involved are likely to emerge, potentially shedding more light on the circumstances surrounding these contracts.
