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Pre-Bid and Pre-Proposal Meetings: Similarities and Differences

The Procurement ClassRoom

Pre-Proposal Meetings: Generally, do not involve site visits, as the focus is on consulting services rather than physical works. Complexity of Discussion: Pre-Bid Meetings : May focus more on the logistical and technical aspects of goods , services , or works procurement.

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Saving the planet through procurement: Governments are identifying ways to use purchasing to achieve and support sustainability goals

American City & Country

Sustainable government procurement is the process of acquiring goods and services that meet the government entity’s needs while minimizing environmental and social impacts. calls for the promotion of “public procurement practices that are sustainable, in accordance with national policies and priorities.”

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Navigating the 5 Steps of the Procurement Journey Part 2

The Procurement School

Responses are posted as an addendum which becomes part of the procurement. The presentation and all questions and answers are posted as an addendum in keeping with the public procurement tenets of open, fair and transparent. Step 4 Evaluation Once the procurement closes bids are evaluated.

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Procurement & Contract Planning: Canadian Public Sector Guide

The Procurement School

Author: Graham Allen It is often said, “… working in public procurement is akin to being in a fish bowl with the cat watching.” This is an indication of the level of transparency and accountability required by public procurement professionals. Preparation Each procurement is technically a legal case waiting to happen.