How to Crack a Nut

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Public procurement of AI between opportunities and risks Introduction In the past year, the growth in hype around AI and machine learning has been considerable. for law enforcement and essential public services), or not used at all (e.g. transparency for image manipulation), or substantial requirements (e.g.

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How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 3, 2024

This guest post by Dr Matthew Paris* and Dr Zack Esmail** complements some of the earlier guests posts on AI use in the public sector by focusing on the use in public procurement and, in particular, in the review of procurement decisions. However, no public procurement department operates in isolation.

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Open Contracting Partnership

OCTOBER 11, 2023

A series of recent scandals shows just how little accountability there is. A commitment in Mongolia’s Open Government Partnership action plan proposes engaging with civil society on public procurement. Mongolia’s economy is dominated by large state-owned mining companies that control much of the country’s wealth.

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The Procurement ClassRoom

MARCH 1, 2016

Introduction Many of us begin working as newly appointed public procurement practitioners with no idea of what to do or where to start. Over the years, I’ve come to the conclusion that to quickly achieve proficiency in public procurement management, there are seven things you need to do.

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Mike Purdy's Public Contracting

JULY 18, 2017

Manages and oversees the central procurement system to maintain the integrity of the public procurement process and guard against ethical challenges and charges of fraud, waste or inefficiency.

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Public Procurement Intl

OCTOBER 21, 2024

As these common “green procurement” strategies are adopted by governments around the world, the UN Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) model law on public procurement , last revised in 2011, could be updated to facilitate implementation. Contractor ¶ 60 (Thomson Reuters, 2024).

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The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The intention is to encourage consideration of ways to simplify and open opportunities for SMEs to efficiently participate in more public procurements. The suggestions apply to all segments of competitive bidding, including the SME segments of Supplier Diversity, Indigenous and Social Procurement.

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The Procurement School

AUGUST 21, 2024

Consistently, external auditor findings have shown the lack of professionalism in procurement to be a financial problem often accompanied with ethical dilemmas. Outsourcing the procurement expertise is a growing option for smaller entities to consider. Vested outsourcing provides an incentive for a 3rd party to stay competitive.

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The Procurement School

JUNE 27, 2024

Through the practical application of these legal concepts, public sector entities can streamline their procurement practices while ensuring compliance with the guiding principles of Canadian contract law. Public Procurement In Canada: Certified procurement professionals play a pivotal role in the public procurement world.

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The Procurement School

APRIL 22, 2024

RACI stands for responsibility (the person or persons who does the work), accountable (the person who has overall responsibility for the procurement), consulted (those who sign off on the work or whose area is affected by the work), informed (those who are provided with project updates).

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University of Bristol

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The paper will be published in Legal Studies in due course.(*) Public procurement is concerned with the award of contracts for the supply, for pecuniary interest, of goods, services or works to the public sector.

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The Procurement School

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

As a seasoned public procurement professional you have likely taken your share of procurement related courses in purchasing and supply chain management. You probably have a procurement certification , or two, and are left wondering where your own professional development can go from here.

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Public Contracting Institute

MAY 20, 2024

Compliance and Ethics Government construction projects are subject to strict compliance requirements and ethical standards. Contractors must have robust systems in place to track costs, submit accurate incurred cost submissions, and comply with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).

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The Procurement School

MAY 27, 2024

Public Procurement in Canada Certified procurement professionals play a pivotal role in the public procurement world. These experts are well-equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the intricacies of procurement processes.

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The Procurement School

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Responses are posted as an addendum which becomes part of the procurement. The presentation and all questions and answers are posted as an addendum in keeping with the public procurement tenets of open, fair and transparent. Step 4 Evaluation Once the procurement closes bids are evaluated.

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

These agreements define terms, conditions and price for goods and services and allow authorities to procure without having to re-run lengthy tender processes. Tracker Intelligence provides businesses with the tools to find the right public procurement frameworks , and the insight to help suppliers win these valuable contracts.

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The Procurement School

MARCH 22, 2024

Of course, there was still a need to increase understanding of procurement law and the limitations we have as public procurement professionals. We designed the necessary procurement courses and supports, but we had to find ways to connect beyond these standard practices.

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How to Crack a Nut

MARCH 10, 2023

In a new draft chapter for my monograph , I explore how, within the broader process of public sector digitalisation, and embroiled in the general ‘race for AI’ and ‘race for AI regulation’, public procurement has two roles. And each of them break down into more detailed or operationalizable requirements.

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The Procurement School

JANUARY 22, 2024

Author: Graham Allen It is often said, “… working in public procurement is akin to being in a fish bowl with the cat watching.” This is an indication of the level of transparency and accountability required by public procurement professionals. Good preparation leads to a strong foundation.

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How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

There seemed to be some recognition of the need for more State intervention through regulation, for more regulatory control of standard-setting, and for more attention to be paid to testing and evaluation in the procurement context. Public procurement is an opportunity to put into practice how we will evaluate and use technology.’

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How to Crack a Nut

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

I continue exploring the use of public procurement as a tool of digital regulation (or ‘AI regulation by contract’ as shorthand)—ie as a mechanism to promote transparency, explainability, cyber security, ethical and legal compliance leading to trustworthiness, etc in the adoption of digital technologies by the public sector.

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Public procurement plays a significant role in economic and social growth by assuring that governments deliver vital services and infrastructure to their societies. This article will focus on tackling challenges in the public procurement process and suggests practical solutions for these challenges.

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The Procurement School

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

For further reading on the role of humour in professional settings, you may find this article insightful: [link] Public Procurement In Canada: Certified procurement professionals play a pivotal role in the public procurement world.

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The Procurement School

MARCH 27, 2025

BC Bid has templates as well as the Government of New Zealand Procurement. ( [link] ) Even though we find ourselves facing uncertain economic times ahead, staying the course and sticking to tried-and-true processes that have withstood the test of time and legal challenges will help.

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The Procurement School

DECEMBER 17, 2024

In the latter the writer has been required to issue a letter to the bidder restating that a valid contract exists and that the bidder will be held accountable for all additional costs for non-performance. Public Procurement In Canada: Certified procurement professionals play a pivotal role in the public procurement world.

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The Procurement School

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Public Procurement In Canada: Procurement professionals play a pivotal role in the public procurement world. These experts are well-equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the intricacies of procurement processes. Off-the-shelf wouldnt cut it.

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The Procurement School

JANUARY 20, 2025

1] [link] Public Procurement In Canada: Procurement professionals play a pivotal role in the public procurement world. These experts are well-equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the intricacies of procurement processes. Off-the-shelf wouldnt cut it.

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