The Procurement School

AUGUST 21, 2024

Instead, departmental staff are expected to successfully manage the process, which is unrealistic. Their CFO is required to ensure value for money and compliance with competitive bid laws. External advisors are in a good position to recommend the type of competitive bidding process which can optimize the competitive tension.

Procurement 52

Procurement Competitive Bidding Public Procurement Supplier 52

The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The suggestions apply to all segments of competitive bidding, including the SME segments of Supplier Diversity, Indigenous and Social Procurement. Public sector professionals must responsibly procure goods and service contracts on behalf of the taxpayer.

Participation 52

Participation Procurement Strategies Procurement Buyers 52

Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Set-Aside and Sole-Source Contracts Set-aside contracts limit competition exclusively to small businesses, creating a level playing field. Competitive set-aside contracts are automatically reserved for small businesses if at least two can perform the work.

Government 52

Government Government Contract Government Contracts 52

Select GCR

AUGUST 27, 2024

Learn how to establish your business, tap into government needs, and bid effectively to win contracts. Dive into the essentials of compliance and collaboration to maximize your success as a government contractor. Consider each bid as an opportunity to learn and refine your proposal skills.

Government 52

Government Government Bidding Government Contracts 52

The Procurement School

JANUARY 20, 2025

Competitive bids need to be issued; policies updated: contracts need active oversight; staff hiring and retention; trade agreement obligations; supplier performance evaluations; or Indigenous engagement must be factored in to the decision-making. Supplier performance had never been measured.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Contract Management Management Contract 52