The College of Engineers of Perú is raising concerns regarding expansions of natural gas pipelines to new regions being incorporated into existing contracts without competitive bidding processes. The proposals involve ten-year extensions for both concessionaires, triggering a debate about whether the urgency of bringing gas to the south of Peru justifies awarding new projects to pre-selected companies. Critics argue this practice circumvents fair competition and potentially inflates costs. The issue centers on whether extensions should be granted without open tenders, questioning the rationale behind prioritizing speed over transparency. This controversy highlights a fundamental discussion about the transparency and fairness of infrastructure development projects in Perú. The article was originally published on Lima Gris, a Peruvian news outlet.