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Procurement Methods vs. Solicitation Tools: What Every Procurement Professional Needs to Know

The Procurement ClassRoom

Limited Competition : An RFQ may be restricted to the local market when the required goods or services are readily available locally. While it aligns with Liberia’s approach, the Model Law places greater emphasis on transparency, the documentation of justification for using restricted bidding, and minimizing disruptions to competition.

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The four key drivers that can enable better IT procurement

Open Contracting Partnership

More often than not, public procurement of technology is viewed as non-transparent, uncompetitive, poorly planned, inefficient, costly, and having high failure rates. They are encouraging dialogue about who bought what from whom to improve visibility and accountability over the spending and the improved outcomes seen in the examples provided.

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Private Sector Tender Platforms and Databases

Tracker Intelligence

They also come with other aids, such as bid management tools, competitor analysis, contract management, or compliance tracking, which organisations can use to improve bidding strategies and increase their odds of winning contracts. How Are Public Sector Contracts Different From Private Contracts?

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Mastering SAM Government Contracting

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Learn the ins and outs of maintaining compliance, crafting a competitive bid, and positioning your business for growth through federal opportunities, all through the lens of SAM’s pivotal role in government procurement. Failure to comply can result in penalties, including fines or suspension from federal contracting opportunities.

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Contract with the Government: Essentials for Businesses

Select GCR

Contractors must track labor hours and material expenses closely, maintaining transparency to ensure costs remain within the project’s budget. Set-Aside and Sole-Source Contracts Set-aside contracts limit competition exclusively to small businesses, creating a level playing field.

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Understanding Contract Types Government Agencies Use

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As such before bidding on any government contract it’s essential to identify the contract type. This allows for a competent management strategy that accounts for the associated risks and costs, ultimately leading to a more competitive and successful bid.

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Simplifying Public Sector Procurement: Strategies to Increase Sme Participation

The Procurement School

The suggestions apply to all segments of competitive bidding, including the SME segments of Supplier Diversity, Indigenous and Social Procurement. Specify Criteria and Reduce Complexity Higher insurance, bonding limits, and generic criteria in bid documents may exclude potentially qualified companies.