The Procurement School

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

However, the greatest overlap is the procurement life cycle or as some refer to it as the Procurement Journey. This two-part series discusses the five steps of the procurement journey beginning with concept and development and continuing with posting, evaluation and award.

Procurement 52

Procurement Bidder Procurement Strategies Evaluation 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 31, 2024

While the Memo is directed at agencies and does not impose new requirements on contractors directly, those providing AI products and services could soon see it influence contract requirements, source selection evaluation criteria, and contract terms.

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Logistics Budget Procurement 52

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Predictive Analytics: Uses advanced data analytics, such as machine learning, to predict future demand, analyze potential supply chain risks, and facilitate informed procurement decisions. Analytics can help organisations to identify opportunities for cost savings, improved contract compliance and better procurement strategies.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Procurement Data Supply Chain 52

Scottish Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

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. One significant step forward is the integration of environmental evaluations into our tendering process for all products.

Supply Chain 70

Supply Chain Public Procurement Procurement Sustainability 70

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The award decisions received protests on the evaluations of small business participation, veteran employment, and relevant experience. In October, COFC ruled that protests involving small business evaluations, veteran employment, and relevant experience could continue. The VA received 173 proposals for T4NG 2 and selected 30 awardees.

Logistics 52

Logistics E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement 52

Scottish Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In our analysis of recommendations from major digital reviews we have found three distinct themes relating to procurement and contract management.

Procurement 44

Procurement Tender Public Procurement Contract Management 44

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Transparent criteria for evaluating social value proposals allow for fair competition among suppliers while keeping them liable for their commitments. Reporting results enhances accountability and assists in measuring the effectiveness of procurement strategies. How Does Tracker Intelligence Help In All This?

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Supply Chain Tender 52

Scottish Government Procurement

JUNE 24, 2024

Further details can be found here: Procurement – media planning buying and associated services: guidance – gov.scot (www.gov.scot) Recruitment Ads and Pins The renewal process for Recruitment Ads and Pins is underway with tender submissions being evaluated. The planned start date for the new framework is 11 July 2024.

Collaboration 67

Collaboration E-catalogue Framework Agreement E-procurement 67

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Bribery This involves special consideration or support for certain candidates during contract negotiation or supplier evaluation in return for illicit payments or other incentives. This may include, for example, stolen goods, human rights abuses, child labour, counterfeit goods and environmental damage.

Ethics 52

Ethics Import Procurement Supply Chain 52

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 19, 2024

To fully harness the cloud’s potential, organizations should shift their mindset and adopt procurement processes that let them successfully evaluate options and choose the best solution. However, outdated evaluation criteria tailored to on-premises infrastructure still commonly shape procurement processes.

Procurement 80

Procurement IT Price Sustainability 80

ivalua

MARCH 9, 2023

It starts with identifying the right suppliers for a need, sharing requirements and evaluating supplier offers, selecting the most appropriate supplier, negotiating terms and contracting with them to receive goods and/or services. S2P is the end-to-end process that encompasses all the activities between an organization and its suppliers.

Supplier 52

Supplier E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement 52

Federal News Network

JANUARY 29, 2024

He added some of the ideas for that first module is around facilitating evaluations of different procurement strategies for different types of acquisitions through multiple award contracts as well as open market solicitations.

Innovation 59

Innovation Procurement Chief Procurement Officer Procurement Strategies 59

Inter-American Development Bank

MARCH 7, 2023

The lack of data on climate-related public spending significantly limits the ability to evaluate it and prevents an accurate understanding of the associated fiscal risks. However, green public financial management (PFM) practices are still incipient in most countries in the region.

Finance 52

Finance Price Sustainability Capacity 52

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2024

E-procurement platforms and data analytics tools can provide greater visibility into public sector procurement opportunities, making it easier for suppliers to identify contracts suited to their capabilities.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Tender Framework Agreement 52

Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Evaluations are now complete. The Centres of Expertise (CoEs) and the Civils UIG have noted/endorsed, respectively, the Procurement Strategy. It is envisaged that we will have six framework suppliers for Lot 1, six for Lot 2 and four for Lot 3.

Collaboration 44

Collaboration Framework Agreement Supplier Purchasing 44

Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Evaluations are now complete. The Centres of Expertise (CoEs) and the Civils UIG have noted/endorsed, respectively, the Procurement Strategy. It is envisaged that we will have six framework suppliers for Lot 1, six for Lot 2 and four for Lot 3.

Collaboration 40

Collaboration Framework Agreement Supplier Purchasing 40

VWV

JANUARY 27, 2025

Your procurement readiness checklist: Update your procurement strategy and contract procedural rules. Review and update your procurement documents to reflect the new terminology, processes and procurement specific questionnaire. Its not too late to get everything in place!

Procurement 52

Procurement Tender Procurement Strategies Evaluation 52

How to Crack a Nut

MARCH 26, 2025

Set up a mechanism for systematically gathering and disseminating intelligence on pilots and their evaluation. Develop an effective procurement strategy that leverages buying power to the possible extent. Ensure those taking procurement decisions across government have access to the right digital skills and knowledge.

Export 52

Export Government Government Transparency 52

Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 12, 2025

They follow public procurement best practices strategies that help you not only win contracts but keep them coming. Crafting A Winning Procurement Strategy A proactive approach gives you the edge. Follow The Evaluation Criteria Like A Cheat Sheet Every tender has a scoring systemyour job is to align with it perfectly.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Buyers Tender 52

Scottish Government Procurement

MARCH 19, 2025

As we near the one-year mark since launching the action plan, its vital that we continue to evaluate our progress and establish ways to share insights and progress. As part of the PPG workshop, we also discussed the Public Procurement Strategy for Scotland and how to ensure we track and measure the outcomes.

Procurement 57

Procurement Public Procurement Sustainability Collaboration 57

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Tracker Intelligence brings opportunities for procurement on board, thereby supporting SMEs in procurement to participate easily. From the clear tender documents to the evaluation processes, Tracker Intelligence ensures all suppliers compete on levelled ground. This limits competition and discourages innovative enhancement.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Efficiency Procurement Bid Rigging 52