OBS_VALUE: No.36/2023. This new Code became effective as of July 2023, and it is meant to simplify the regulatory style, and introduce new general principles of efficiency and effectiveness of administrative action (Art.10-11).Art.109 of the New Public Contract Code replaces the previous rating system of Art.83 on avoiding barriers to entry. Regarding the evaluation of professional suitability in public contracts, the professionals have to be registered in one of the Italian Chambers of Commerce or in one of the EU Member States. It does not say anything about third States. Directive 2014/24/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on public procurement.