The Procurement School

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Author: Helen Doucette “Accept the bid from ABC Company” said the VP of Finance to the Director of Procurement. “I According to the Competitive Bidding Law of Canada, we can only accept compliant bids. Many organizations have written policies and guidelines on Ethics, but is this situation an Ethical or Moral issue?

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The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

This article explores practical approaches to streamline public sector procurement processes and focuses on increasing participation from Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). The suggestions apply to all segments of competitive bidding, including the SME segments of Supplier Diversity, Indigenous and Social Procurement.

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Participation Procurement Strategies Procurement Buyers 52

Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

This article delivers a concise guide on effectively using SAM, from completing your registration to enhancing your contracting strategy. Compliance isn’t just about submitting reports; it involves adhering to federal acquisition regulations and maintaining ethical standards.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This article cuts through complexity to address when sole sourcing is necessary, the justification process, and how to manage the associated risks. Having multiple suppliers to choose from allows a procurement team to leverage competitive bidding, ensuring the best value for the organization. Navigating sole source procurement?

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The Procurement School

MARCH 27, 2025

The purpose of this article is to outline the RFP process. This is a very condensed process for this article as depicted in the 6 steps including proposed timelines as listed in the following image: STEP 1 Determine what you need by creating a Statement of Requirements (SOR) 1. There are lots of examples of RFPs on the internet.

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