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WATER BISCUIT: median unit price increased 6.6 times in two years
The median unit price of WATER BISCUIT, code 898, went from $ 100 in 2025 to $ 659 in 2026, according to data from 54 contracts.
What was measured
The median unit price of WATER BISCUIT, identified by code 898, registered an increase of 6.6 times between 2025 and 2026. In 2025, the median was $ 100, while in 2026 it rose to $ 659. These values arise from the median of 106 and 54 contract detail lines, respectively.
The measured block
| Measured | Value | Where it comes from |
|---|---|---|
| Precio unitario mediano 2025 | $ 100 | mediana de 106 líneas del mismo código |
| Precio unitario mediano 2026 | $ 659 | mediana de 54 líneas del mismo código |
| Variación | 6,6× | cociente entre las dos medianas |
| Código de catálogo | 898 | awards.items.classification.id (catálogo SICE) |
Reproduce this measurement:npx tsx src/jobs/daily-investigation.ts --lane=salto-precio --dry-run
Context
Code 898 belongs to the SICE catalog. The measurement compares medians of the same catalog code.
The rule it puts in play
No regulation sets the price of an item, and an interannual jump may reflect inflation, exchange rate, change in unit of measure, or a different product under the same code. The measurement compares medians of the same catalog code, nothing more.
What is missing to say more
Information on the unit of measure used in each contract detail line is not available. Data on the brand, origin, or technical specifications of the purchased biscuits is also not available. Without these elements, it is not possible to determine if the price change is due to a variation in the quantity or quality of the product.
Who should answer
The Ministry of Economy and Public Finance, through the National Directorate of Public Procurement, should explain the reasons for the price variation.
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