The Procurement School

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

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. The writing was on the wall for the Director of Procurement. I cannot” replied the Director. “Why

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

When it comes to procurement, having a clear, strategic approach is key to delivering value to your organization. Whether you’re in education, government, nonprofit or the private sector, procurement can be a powerful tool for maximizing savings, streamlining operations, and ensuring compliance.

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The Procurement School

AUGUST 21, 2024

A big challenge in public sector procurement is being able to attract and retain competent staffing. A frequent conversation, within senior leadership circles – will we be better positioned if we outsource our procurement services? Their CFO is required to ensure value for money and compliance with competitive bid laws.

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The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

This article explores practical approaches to streamline public sector procurement processes and focuses on increasing participation from Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). The intention is to encourage consideration of ways to simplify and open opportunities for SMEs to efficiently participate in more public procurements.

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

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. Accurate entity registration is the cornerstone of a successful federal contracting strategy.

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Navigating sole source procurement? When a single supplier is the only option for your procurement needs, understanding the nuances becomes essential. Defining Sole Source Procurement In the realm of procurement, variety is the spice of life. In such cases, the competitive bidding requirement is not applicable.

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The Procurement School

MARCH 27, 2025

This means selecting the right procurement tool. If I have a procurement that will be seeking a solution from the vendors or suppliers, and I have multiple evaluation criteria, I will use a Request for Proposal (RFP). Team members should include procurement, finance, legal, and subject matter experts. The latter saves you money.

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