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Simplifying Public Sector Procurement: Strategies to Increase Sme Participation

The Procurement School

The suggestions apply to all segments of competitive bidding, including the SME segments of Supplier Diversity, Indigenous and Social Procurement. For example, a municipal government in BC partnered with a local manufacturer to collaborate with the design and build of an accessible and cost-effective public bathroom.

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The Importance of Ethical Procurement Practices in Public Sectors

The Procurement School

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. This collaborative effort ensures that the procurement landscape remains fair, competitive, and cost-effective.

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When should procurement be outsourced?

The Procurement School

Their CFO is required to ensure value for money and compliance with competitive bid laws. Outsourcing practices: Outsourcing the procurement functions from running a competitive bid through to supplier selection, can complement the need for internal responsibility. Outsourcing is a logical option.

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How Government Contracting (Government Procurement) Offers Opportunities for Innovation

Tracker Intelligence

Government contracting is governed by public procurement policy agreements that regulate procurement activities and ensure transparency and fair competition conditions in the government procurement process. That means an amazing opportunity for collaboration. For any business, collaboration begets innovation.

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Mastering SAM Government Contracting

Select GCR

Learn the ins and outs of maintaining compliance, crafting a competitive bid, and positioning your business for growth through federal opportunities, all through the lens of SAM’s pivotal role in government procurement. Failure to comply can result in penalties, including fines or suspension from federal contracting opportunities.

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What is a RFP?

Select GCR

Organizations use RFPs to ensure a fair and competitive bidding process, allowing them to select the most qualified and cost-effective vendor or service provider for a particular project. RFPs are also employed for facility construction or renovation projects, collaborative initiatives, and training or capacity-building endeavors.

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Contract with the Government: Essentials for Businesses

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Contractors must track labor hours and material expenses closely, maintaining transparency to ensure costs remain within the project’s budget. Set-Aside and Sole-Source Contracts Set-aside contracts limit competition exclusively to small businesses, creating a level playing field.