The Procurement ClassRoom

JUNE 2, 2024

These documents communicate the intent of the procurement entity to enter into contracts with suppliers, contractors, or consultants for the provision of goods , services , or works. Invitation to Bid : They formally invite potential bidders to submit their bids. Goods : Documents used for procuring physical items.

Public Procurement 91

Public Procurement Bidding Procurement Bidder 91

The Procurement ClassRoom

JUNE 19, 2024

Opportunity for Questions: These meetings provide a platform for prospective bidders or consultants to ask questions and seek clarifications. Minutes of the Meeting: The minutes of both pre-bid and pre-proposal meetings are distributed to all potential bidders or consultants who received the solicitation documents.

Bidding 52

Bidding Bidder Consulting Participation 52

The Procurement School

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Step 3 Posting Once the procurement document is developed and approved it is posted online for bidders to respond. In instances, such as a limited number of potential bidders, a complex procurement or a new or innovative concept a procurement may be posted longer to attract more bidders.

Bidder 52

Bidder Procurement Evaluation Bidding 52

The Procurement School

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Needs analysis ensures an accurate understanding of the goods / services being procured. A RACI (responsible, accountable, consulted, informed) chart is an effective project governance tool so that team members understand their responsibilities and to ensure accountability throughout the procurement process.

Procurement 52

Procurement Bidder Procurement Strategies Evaluation 52

The Procurement School

JANUARY 22, 2024

This includes clients, current vendors and unsuccessful bidders of previous similar procurements. Rated Criteria The technical evaluation criteria needs to align clearly with the scope / performance requirements of the good / service being procured. A best practice is to use current procurement document templates.

Procurement 40

Procurement Procurement Contracts Bidder Contract 40

The Procurement ClassRoom

MARCH 26, 2019

They also look at issues such as the bidder’s experience, delivery schedule, compliance with quantity specified, works schedule, after sale services , warranty and other requirements specified in the bidding documents. Post Qualification/Due Diligence: This activity applies to the lowest responsive evaluated bid.

Evaluation 40

Evaluation Bidding Bidder Price 40

Inside Government Contracts

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Consulting with PLA or Affiliated Entities : Although they adopt different approaches, both the House and Senate address DoD’s use of consulting services from firms that purportedly engage in so-called “double dipping” by also consulting with the PLA or affiliated entities.

Supply Chain 130

Supply Chain Manufacturing Education Consulting 130