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Understanding Standard Bidding Documents in Public Procurement

The Procurement ClassRoom

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. These outline the terms and conditions of the contract.

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New HHS request for proposals, has industry up in arms

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You know, this is the type of contract that’s under the service contract agreement. Well, the service contract act as it’s currently structured, doesn’t let you do that. In one place, the RFP makes it clear that the solicitor, the bidder, should have a labor harmony agreement in place before the contract starts.

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Navigating the 5 Steps of the Procurement Journey Part 2

The Procurement School

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.

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Navigating the 5 Steps of the Procurement Journey Part 1

The Procurement School

Needs analysis ensures an accurate understanding of the goods / services being procured. Much has been written about mandatories, but they are to be evaluated on a pass (yes) or fail (no) basis and must relate to the bidders’ ability to provide the requested goods / services.

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Procurement & Contract Planning: Canadian Public Sector Guide

The Procurement School

Good preparation leads to a strong foundation. 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.

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The Bid Evaluation Process

The Procurement ClassRoom

Definition of Bid Evaluation Bid evaluation is the organized process of examining and comparing bids to select the best offer in an effort to acquire goods , works and services necessary to achieve the goals of an organization. It may also be called the most economically advantageous tender (MEAT).

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Public procurement (entry for an Encyclopaedia)

How to Crack a Nut

Introduction From up close, public procurement law can be seen as the set of mostly procedural rules controlling the way in which the public sector buys goods, services, and works from the market. Public Procurement I.