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Understanding Standard Bidding Documents in Public Procurement

The Procurement ClassRoom

Importance of Accuracy and Clarity The accuracy and clarity of bidding documents are crucial. Faulty information in these documents can lead to bids that do not meet the actual needs of the procuring entity , compromising the integrity and effectiveness of the procurement process.

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Unlocking opportunities: How Ekiti State, Nigeria is enabling women businesses through better procurement practices

Open Contracting Partnership

Results: The number of women-led businesses registered in the official state public procurement system increased by 43% from 2021 and 2022 to a total of 158 businesses, winning a total of 47 contracts, up from a mere 7 in 2020.

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Six opportunities to promote resilience and decarbonization through fiscal policy

Inter-American Development Bank

It is therefore important to promote a well-planned transition that will result in a more robust growth path and sustainable development, thus contributing to fiscal sustainability. In this regard, ministries of finance face the challenge of strengthening their capacities for early identification and management of transition risks.

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How Ukraine’s procurement appeals tool Clarity App promotes fair competition

Open Contracting Partnership

The app’s comprehensive database of procurement appeals sources data from the Prozorro public procurement system, as well as decisions on complaints made to the Antimonopoly Committee, and investigations by the State Audit Service. They also help maintain the private sector’s trust in public procurement.

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In-Depth Analysis of Framework Agreements in Public Sector Procurement

Tracker Intelligence

Pre-negotiated terms are provided that reduce the complexity for contracting authorities in procurement whilst allowing suppliers to capture opportunities more efficiently. These agreements take on even greater importance under the Procurement Act 2023, with greater emphasis on transparency, competition and sustainability.

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7 Secrets to Quicky Become Proficient in Public Procurement

The Procurement ClassRoom

You manage public funds, are bound by an ethical code of conduct, and are accountable for what you do or fail to do when managing those funds. It is important for you to learn all of the processes (and sub-processes) in which you will be involved, especially those for which you are responsible. How is it done?

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Paraguay’s procurement is open for small business

Open Contracting Partnership

Fewer than 300 MSMEs participate in a procurement market worth almost US$3 billion annually. MSMEs are an important driver in the distribution of wealth in a region,” observes Juan Pane, a data scientist and long-time champion of open contracting, whose organization Center for Sustainable Development (CDS) is a member of ASEPY.