Procurement of Goods and Services: Best Practices
Procurement is a core activity in implementing development projects funded by governments and international agencies. In order to implement projects, the PMUs, ministries or agencies usually require consultants’ services, goods or computers, medical supplies, teaching supplies, furniture, machinery, etc. This training seminar presents public procurement best practices that will show participants how to avoid budget overruns, unforeseen delays, poor disbursement rates, and legal actions.
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Practical Objectives:
- Inform stakeholders about the new direction and the new World Bank public Procurement Framework.
- Develop le a global understanding of the Procurement guidelines of the World Bank and of other agencies.a global understanding of the Procurement guidelines of the World Bank and of other agencies.
- Understand the guidelines, norms, processes and principles associated with procurement of goods and consultants.
- Define and plan every step of the process and activities of a tender and a request for proposal.
Training Seminar Topics
Procurement Context
Importance of procurement in managing the project cycle. The new World Bank procurement guidelines. Guiding principles: value for money decision-making, effectiveness, integrity and sustainability. Learn to prepare a Project Procurement Strategy for Development (PPSD), in order to identify the right procurement approach taking into account project needs, market, risks and other influencing factors (Summarised in PAD). New procurement methods (competitive dialogue, negotiation, best and final offer, strategic supplier engagement, etc.). National systems. Regulatory agencies.
Procurement of Goods
Specific Procurement Notice and UNDB, instructions to bidders, bid data sheet, general conditions of contract, special conditions of contract, pre-qualification, standard forms.
Selection of Consultants
Terms of Reference, short-list, letters of invitation, request for proposal, technical proposal, financial proposal, World Bank standard consultant contracts. Specific categories of consultants.
Bid Opening, Evaluation and Negotiation
Opening and evaluation committees, qualification and evaluation criteria, report and evaluation form. Simulation of a bid opening and evaluation session. Negotiation processes. Practical workshop and simulation. FIDIC Contracts. Legal claims and actions.
Planning and Monitoring the Procurement Process
Donor no-objections, evaluation and contract award. Planning the procurement routine. Procurement plan. Disbursement procedures, special account, progress reports, final evaluation.
Public Procurement Control System
Means of control and assessment: transparency, accountability, administrative efficiency and competition. Illicit procurement practices, early indicators of misprocurement. Disputes, arbitration, lawsuits.
SETYM International is a highly credible organisation, known for its seriousness and professionalism. My first participation in the “Procurement: Goods and Consultants” seminar was a truly enriching experience. The programme combined high-quality training, networking opportunities, practical insights and experience sharing. I fully appreciated the rich content and the expertise of the trainers. I would gladly repeat the experience and recommend SETYM to fellow professionals.
When it comes to high-quality professional training that meets internationally recognised andragogical standards, SETYM International is a benchmark institution with proven and unquestionable expertise.
“Training is the essence of all success.” SETYM International provides civil servants with the key to success through programmes tailored to their needs. My experience began two months ago, on the recommendation of a colleague, with a session from 1 to 12 June 2024 on public procurement […]. The SETYM team supported me throughout the entire process—from registration to my arrival in Montréal. The welcome was warm, the training high-quality, and the documentation excellent. I highly recommend SETYM to all professionals looking to enhance their skills.
SETYM, as a capacity-building institution, has enabled me to assess and enhance my knowledge and experience in public procurement, in my role as Budget and Control Officer at the PNMLS, where payment documents are processed for approval in order to avoid errors observed in the procedure.
It was also an opportunity to see how other countries or institutions carry out procurement while interpreting regulations and procedures.
We shared pleasant moments during group outings and meals, which only served to strengthen our bonds of friendship.
High-quality training that provides valuable skills for competing in the job market.