TRANSPARENCY, GOOD GOVERNANCE AND CODE OF ETHICS PORTAL

 

The information collected in this section responds to the transparency commitment of Fundació Puigvert and to the compliance with the current regulatory framework in this matter, in accordance with the following regulations:

 

  • Law 19/2014, of December 29, on transparency, access to public information and good governance;

 

  • Law 21/2014, of December 29, on the protection of foundations and verification of the activities of associations declared of public utility; and

 

  • the Order JUS/152/2018, of September 12, which establishes the level of subjection of foundations and associations declared of public utility to the transparency instruments provided for by the previous regulations.

 

  • Decree 8/2021, of February 9, on transparency and the right of access to public information.

 

With this publication, Fundació Puigvert reinforces its commitment to the principles of transparency, good governance and accountability before society and public administrations.

  1. TRANSPARENCY:

1.1 Statutes – Governing and Management Bodies

STATUTES OF THE FOUNDATION

The Social Statutes of Fundació Puigvert establish the foundational objective, as well as its definition, organization, and activity. [Art. 7.1 e) ORDER JUS/152/2018]

Link to statutes (current location, to be linked from Medios of the new WP): chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.fundacio-puigvert.es/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Estatuts-Fundacio-Puigvert.pdf

 

GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE

The governing bodies of Fundació Puigvert are specified in Chapter Three of the Social Statutes of the Foundation. [Art. 7.1 f) ORDER JUS/152/2018]

COMPOSITION OF THE GOVERNING BODIES AND THE MANAGEMENT TEAM

The list of individuals holding positions in the different governing and management bodies of Fundació Puigvert (Board of Trustees and Management Committee) is published on the corporate website. [Art. 7.1 c) ORDER JUS/152/2018]

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Fundació Puigvert has established its organizational structure through the Functional Organizational Chart (2025). The definition of the functions assigned to each of the areas listed can be consulted in the different sections of the corporate website. [Art. 7.1 g) ORDER JUS/152/2018]

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORT

Annual evaluation issued by the Governing Body regarding the election and functioning of its management, administration, and control bodies, the way they relate to each other, and their structure: Annual Corporate Governance Report 2024. [Art. 10.2 d) ORDER JUS/152/2018]

1.2. RESULTS OF ACTIVITIES

ANNUAL REPORT OF ACTIVITIES AND SOCIAL BALANCE

Fundació Puigvert collects and explains annually all the activities it carries out in its different areas of action through the . This document, which since 2021 aims to provide a clear and transparent view of the work done and the social impact generated, in accordance with the provisions of the Order JUS/152/2018 (articles 10.2 a) and 7.1 a), j)).

MISSION OF THE ENTITY. OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSES.

The purposes of the entity as well as the mission of Fundació Puigvert are included in Article 4 of the Social Statutes of the Foundation. [Art. 10.1 h), i) ORDER JUS/152/2018]

BENEFICIARY GROUP

In accordance with its purposes, the beneficiaries of the activities of Fundació Puigvert are the groups listed in Chapter Three, Article 3.2 of the Social Statutes of the Foundation. [Art. 10.1 b) ORDER JUS/152/2018]

CREDENTIALS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Various documents demonstrate the quality of the services provided by Fundació Puigvert, its commitment to excellence and environmental preservation, while also serving as an example of good governance and management practices, as well as transparency. [Art. 10.2 a) ORDER JUS/152/2018]

 

1.3 – ACCOUNTABILITY

ACCOUNTS AUDIT

Fundació Puigvert audits its accounts annually through an independent expert firm with the aim of ensuring the proper management of the institution’s assets and finances. [Art. 7.1 d) and 11, ORDER JUS/152/2018]

• Accounts Audit 2022
• Accounts Audit 2023
• Accounts Audit 2024

 

CONTRACTING OF HEALTH SERVICES WITH CATSALUT

Below you can access the contract for the provision of health services signed with the Catalan Health Service (CatSalut) for patient care, as well as the latest signed and currently valid clauses. Art.10.2b) ORDER JUS/152/2018

• Contract for the provision of health services with CatSalut (2002) / Current clauses (2024).
• Procedure for the supply of health products.
• Reports and care results linked to the program contract: Results Central of the Department of Health (last available exercise).

 

 

COMPETITIONS, CONTRACTS AND TENDERS

Attached are the contracts, aids, grants, and awards obtained from public administrations as a result of participation in public competition procedures during the last closed financial year, indicating the essential elements (description, awarded amount, and execution period). Art.10.2b) ORDER JUS/152/2018

  • List of competitions, contracts, and tenders (last exercise).
  • List of competitive research projects with public funding (last exercise).

 

AGREEMENTS

Fundació Puigvert, with the aim of reinforcing synergies with other health and academic entities, signs various collaboration agreements, which include:

• Framework collaboration agreement with the Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau for the development of integrated care processes.

• Collaboration agreements with universities (UAB, UVic-UCC) for teaching and research in nephrology, urology, and assisted reproduction.

• Agreements with the SISCAT Network for the referral and coordination of patients in areas of high specialization.

 

OTHER INFORMATION

  • Strategic plan
  • Institutional report
  • Sustainability report
  • Teaching report
  • Research report
  • Sustainable Mobility Plan (2023-2030) with 36 actions to reduce the carbon footprint.
  • Patient Classroom Program (2023-2024 edition).
  • Current foundational statutes and Code of Ethics of Fundació Puigvert.
  • Language management plan of Fundació Puigvert

 

  1. GOOD GOVERNANCE

Fundació Puigvert aspires to be a model of good governance and responsible management, always placing people at the center of its activity. Faithful to its commitment to quality care, research, teaching, and sustainability, the Foundation works to consolidate an organization of excellence, innovative and transparent, that actively contributes to the well-being of society.

Guided by the values of rigor, respect, innovation, commitment, and sustainability, the Foundation promotes concrete actions to minimize environmental impact, promote equal opportunities and foster corporate social responsibility. Its actions reflect the desire to be a reference institution in the health and scientific field, sustainable over time, ethically exemplary and committed to the environment and the community it serves.

  1. 1. STATUTES – MISSION, VISION AND VALUES

The Social Statutes of the Foundation establish the foundational objective, as well as its definition, organization, and activity. (article 7.1 e) of the ORDER JUS/152/2018.)

The mission, vision, and values of the institution are included in the Strategic Plan of the Foundation and can be consulted through this page, in compliance with article 7.1 i) of the ORDER JUS/152/2018.

2.2 INSTITUTIONAL PURPOSES

The institutional purpose of the Foundation is included in Article 7 of the Social Statutes, (article 7.1 h) of the ORDER JUS/152/2018).

2.3. STRATEGIC PLAN OF FUNDACIÓ PUIGVERT

Fundació Puigvert carries out the Strategic Plan 2021-2025, which defines the main lines of work and the priority objectives of the institution for the coming years.

This plan is based on the motto “Acting to Improve,” which expresses the Foundation’s desire to continue advancing in quality care, research, teaching, innovation, and sustainability.

The Strategic Plan aims to: “Provide Fundació Puigvert with a reference instrument to accompany the process of transformation and evolution of the institution, and contribute to the achievement of its mission.”

To achieve this, it establishes 7 strategic axes and 20 specific objectives, among which stand out:

  • Excellence in care and continuous improvement of quality and patient safety.
  • Promotion of biomedical research and technological innovation.
  • Development of talent and continuous training of healthcare and research personnel.
  • Sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
  • Good governance and institutional transparency.
  • Digital transformation and modernization of management processes.
  • Communication and internal cohesion to strengthen the organizational culture.

The Strategic Plan is, therefore, a comprehensive planning framework, approved by the governing bodies of the Foundation, and serves as a guiding and monitoring tool to orient institutional policies and ensure their coherence with the mission and values of the Foundation.

Strategic Plan

 

  1. CODE OF ETHICS

 

3.1. CODE OF ETHICS:

Fundació Puigvert maintains a legal, honest, ethical, and responsible behavior that also aims to promote among the people, institutions, and entities with which it interacts in the development of its foundational objectives.

For this purpose, Fundació Puigvert regulates its actions and those of its professionals and collaborators, as well as the relationship it maintains with third parties, through:

The Code of Ethics of Fundació Puigvert, which includes the set of rules of conduct, ethical principles, and rules of behavior that must guide the actions of all those who, in one way or another, perform their functions within the organization and who, through their work, contribute to the achievement of the different foundational objectives (members of the Board of Trustees, management team, professionals, external collaborators…). [Art. 10.1 a) ORDER JUS/152/2018]. Annually, the Foundation publishes a annual report on the monitoring and execution of the code of ethics

Any non-compliance or violation of this code must be reported for immediate correction.

In the event that collaborating entities, patients and their families, professionals, or other institutions with which we relate become aware of any irregular practice related to the non-compliance or violation of the behaviors outlined in the Code of Ethics or in the organization’s Code of Conduct, they may inform Fundació Puigvert through the internal communication channel established for this purpose:

https://www.fundaciopuigvert.org/canal-etic/

or through the postal address: C. Cartagena, 340-350, 08025 Barcelona

These channels will also be available to resolve doubts related to the interpretation of the principles outlined in the documents hosted on the Code of Ethics, Transparency, and Good Governance portal of Fundació Puigvert.

This channel is also available to resolve doubts related to the interpretation of the principles outlined in the documents hosted on the Code of Ethics, Transparency, and Good Governance portal of Fundació Puigvert, in compliance with the provisions of Law 2/2023, of February 20, regulating the protection of persons who report regulatory violations and combat corruption, Fundació Puigvert has an Internal Information System as a preferred means to communicate actions or omissions that may constitute serious or very serious criminal or administrative violations. The existence of this system constitutes an expression of the Foundation’s commitment to integrity and ethical behavior in all its areas of action. The Board of Trustees of the Foundation has approved the Internal Information System Policy, which identifies the reporting channels and the rights and guarantees that assist both the reporting individuals and those affected by a report. Likewise, the Board of Trustees has appointed a Responsible for the Internal Information System, endowed with independence and autonomous powers of supervision and control, to ensure its proper functioning.

3.2. Anti-Corruption Policy

Fundació Puigvert, faithful to its commitment to transparency, ethics, and good governance, has an Anti-Corruption Policy that establishes the principles and rules to prevent any form of corruption, bribery, or conflict of interest.

This policy applies to all personnel, collaborators, suppliers, and third parties who maintain a relationship with the Foundation, and reaffirms its zero tolerance for corruption in any of its forms.

Any doubts or incidents can be communicated through the Ethical Channel, which guarantees confidentiality and protection of the whistleblower.

3.3.- CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SUPPLIER AND COLLABORATING ENTITIES

Fundació Puigvert, adhering to the United Nations Global Compact and committed to good governance, sustainability, and professional ethics, establishes this Code of Conduct to ensure that all supplier and collaborating entities act in accordance with its values and principles.

Entities must comply with the current legislation, respect Human Rights, avoid any form of corruption or conflict of interest, and maintain honest, transparent, and responsible conduct. They must also ensure equal treatment, occupational health and safety, respect for confidentiality, and environmental protection.

The non-compliance with these principles may result in the termination of the contract and the claim for corresponding damages. Any incident or doubt can be communicated through the Ethical Channel, available on the corporate website of Fundació Puigvert.