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AI & sustainable procurement: the public sector should first learn what it already owns

University of Bristol

Photo credit: Flickr While carrying out research on the impact of digital technologies for public procurement governance, I have realised that the deployment of artificial intelligence to promote sustainability through public procurement holds some promise. And it should then put that evidence base to good use.

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#ScotClimateWeek PPG round up

Scottish Government Procurement

As part of Scot Climate Week 2023 , we hear from some members of the Public Procurement Group (PPG) on how their organisations are embedding climate action in their procurement activities. We will continue to promote the use of sustainability tools and Climate Literacy training uptake across the sector.

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Our 2030 vision: Better procurement for people and planet

Open Contracting Partnership

That’s why we are leading our new strategy with a bold ambition that puts people right at the center of our work and impact. We want to enable one billion people to live in more equitable, prosperous and sustainable communities by 2030 by improving US$2 trillion in public procurement spending.

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What is Responsible Sourcing?

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Responsible sourcing is the incorporation of ethical, sustainable and socially conscious principles into sourcing, procurement and overall supply chain management practices. This approach ensures that business between a buyer and its suppliers is conducted in a manner that does not negatively impact society or the environment. .

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Smart Public Procurement for Better Public Spending in Latin America and the Caribbean

Inter-American Development Bank

What is Smart Public Procurement? Smart public procurement refers to making optimal decisions to minimize waste and enhance the quality, efficiency and sustainability of public spending when purchasing and contracting goods, works and services. Improved procurement strategies could reduce public debt by as much as 1.8%

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2023 – A year in review with the Public Procurement Group

Scottish Government Procurement

And I’m really proud to see procurement play a pivotal role in our drive towards a sustainable economy and delivering for the people of Scotland. It was developed with representation from across the sector, and the expectation is that all organisations will make this vision real in their own strategies.

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Collaborative Frameworks update: June 2024

Scottish Government Procurement

Early development work on the re-let has commenced and a Prior Information Note (PIN) will be issued shortly which will include a Request for Information (RFI) to gain views from the market and stakeholders, to inform our Procurement Strategy.