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. Thankfully, there are methods that encourage procurement simplification and SME participation while maintaining a balance between risk, quality, and standards.

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Tracker Intelligence

AUGUST 16, 2024

They also come with other aids, such as bid management tools, competitor analysis, contract management, or compliance tracking, which organisations can use to improve bidding strategies and increase their odds of winning contracts. It is known for its real-time alerts and in-depth market information.

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Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Competition in public procurement is not limited to financial competition; it is a key source of innovation and guarantees the fair allocation of public contracts. However, a recent National Audit Office (NAO) investigation has found that there are major obstacles to competition in this sector.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Sole-Source Contracts: 8(a) certified businesses have the advantage of competing for sole-source contracts, meaning they can secure contracts without going through a competitive bidding process.

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Tracker Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Tendering is the act of offering bids in construction-related contracts with significant stakeholders such as the government, commercial developers or contractors. A contractor’s ability to deliver quality work on time and within the budget is often the most important factor considered throughout the tender process.

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Tracker Intelligence

AUGUST 26, 2024

The platform provides information on contracts available for bidding, buyer behaviour tracking, and market data to facilitate the tendering process. With Tracker Intelligence, businesses can be prepared and updated on market trends and make competitive bids.

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Tracker Intelligence

JANUARY 28, 2024

Automated Tender Alerts for Competitive Advantage In the tender market, one has to keep up-to-date in order to succeed. Bidding Strategically with Greater Tender Intelligence In addition to the basic tender details, Tracker provides advanced analytical information.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Participating in the program opens avenues for securing federal contracts through sole-source awards, eliminating the need for competitive bidding up to a designated threshold. This disadvantage can manifest in different ways and affect people’s opportunities, well-being, and overall quality of life. What is a narrative?

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

It’s better to focus on opportunities that align with your expertise rather than bidding on every contract available. Competitive pricing is crucial; pricing too high may result in your proposal being dismissed, while pricing too low may signal low quality. Grasping the fundamentals of government contracting is paramount.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Having multiple suppliers to choose from allows a procurement team to leverage competitive bidding, ensuring the best value for the organization. In such cases, the competitive bidding requirement is not applicable. This indicates the presence of competitive market alternatives.

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AUGUST 27, 2024

They submit direct bids to undertake government contracts. The prime contractor is the main builder, the one who won the bid for the project. However, one must grasp certain rules and regulations to venture into federal contracting. Think of it like a construction project. It’s like having a reliable customer who always pays on time.

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The Procurement School

MARCH 27, 2025

Quality of cleaning services and products shall meet the Government of Alberta Standards of Workmanship. Be careful to only select Canadian ones due to our Competitive Bidding Laws and Trade Agreement obligations for the public sector. Quoting Scottie from the original Star Trek series: The RRRRight tool, for the RRRRight Job.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Including key elements like an executive summary, company profile, customer testimonials, scope of work, project methodology, timeline, budget overview, and terms and conditions ensure that bid proposals are thorough, professional, and persuasive. Ultimately, bid proposals play a pivotal role in securing contracts and growing your business.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Types of Government Contracts There are several types of government contracts that businesses can bid on, each with its own set of characteristics and requirements. Before diving into the bidding process, its essential to prepare thoroughly. The two main types are fixed-price contracts and cost-reimbursement contracts.

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