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Ensuring Quality in Procurement Contracts When it comes to procurement contracts, ensuring non-contractible quality (NCQ) can be a challenge. To address this, buyers can use various tactics within contract execution, such as: Rewards and Penalties Introducing bonuses or penalties based on observed quality can discipline contractors to provide NCQ. Contract Termination Threatening early unilateral contract termination can motivate suppliers to provide NCQ, but this tactic's effectiveness depends on the cost of finding an alternative supplier. Within-Contract Competition Keeping the possibility of switching to different suppliers within contract execution can pressure contractors to provide desirable NCQ levels. Switching to Lower-Ranked Offers Switching directly to the second-best supplier selected in the initial competition can save time and avoid new competition costs. By employing these strategies, buyers can promote quality and accountability in procurement contracts. What are your experiences with ensuring quality in procurement contracts? Share your insights in the comments below! #procurement #contractmanagement #qualitymatters #supplychainmanagement

Procurement Derogation, Single Supplier Exemption, Direct Award Requirement... Whilst the names used by authorities might differ, the objective is the same. Award a contract without running a competitive tender process. They are a necessity to run a successful procurement function, however they currently lack full transparency (unless you are publishing a VEAT, a Contract Modification notice, or a Contract Award notice). There are many provisions of the Procurement Act which (for me) are a big step in the right direction, none more so than the tighter controls put around the direct award procedure. Big fan of the attached 'Direct Award Justification Report', and another new reporting requirement that should be on the radar of every contracting authority. #procurementact #directaward

Procurement in a Nutshell Procurement Act 2023 Guidance: Breach of Contract. In this week's nutshell, Tim Care discusses the requirement to publish a Contract Performance Notice under Section 71(5) following a breach of contract, finalising our discussion on KPIs and Contract Performance Notices. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/g6ge8gq3 #PublicSector #Procurement

At last... Procurement Act 2023 – go-live date confirmed ?? The government has just confirmed it is working towards a go-live date of 28 October 2024.?This will be formalised in regulations due to be issued in May.?If this all goes to plan then procurements started before 28 October 2024 will be governed by the current Regulations, and any started on or after 28 Oct 2024 will be governed by the Procurement Act 2023.??In most instances, started or commenced means that a contract notice has been submitted.?In respect of direct awards (so where the procurement is not publicly advertised), this time will start when a contracting authority has contacted a supplier with the intention of entering into a contract... More to come, so watch this space. My colleagues Jane Randell and Genna Morgan will be helping provide guidance on key areas of the new Act over the coming few months. #farrers #procurement #procurementact

?? Dive into the Procurement Act 2023's game-changing updates! Learn how contracting authorities are tackling poor contract performance by publicly naming, shaming, and potentially excluding underperforming suppliers. #ProcurementAct #ContractPerformance https://buff.ly/3wAEJ9t

One of the key changes introduced by the Procurement Act 2023 (PA), when it comes into force on February 24, 2025, is that the entire contract lifecycle will be within scope. "Contract managers will need to ensure that they are aware of the new requirements under the PA but also the opportunities to use these changes to improve contract performance across their authority." Bradley Martin writes. This update summarises the new requirements which public bodies and suppliers need to know about when managing contracts under the new regime. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4dxjV2c #Procurement #PublicSector #Suppliers

Come & Join Us for the NCMA East TN Monthly Meeting. Guest Speaker: Akinwande Oshodi, Founder & CEO, The Avery Group Topic: Imposter Syndrome May 8, 2024 at 11:30 - 1:00 PM #NCMAET #memberappreciation #membership #NCMA #contractmanagement #compliance #supplychain #supplychainmanagement #procurement #purchasing #subcontracts #governmentcontracting #contractadministrator #governmentprocurement #contractadministration

It has completely gone under the radar, but the Procurement Act 2023 is coming into force later this year! The next webinar in our Public Sector series will be on Tuesday 23 April between 11 - 12, and it will focus on the Act. We will cover the benefits from the Act, some of the subtle changes, the actions that you'll need to take and offer a litigation perspective. Please sign up to the webinar using the link below. #procurement #publicsector #dwf https://lnkd.in/enFBqmyz

Beyond Compliance – Episode 2: “Death of the Chief Procurement Officer” Premiering Monday at 9:00 AM (AST) Is the Chief Procurement Officer role on its way out in Trinidad and Tobago’s public sector—or simply evolving? In our latest episode, Margaret, Vaughn, and Tricia unpack a Cabinet decision that’s shaking up the procurement landscape. What’s on the agenda? ? The original vision behind the Named Procurement Officer (NPO) ? How the Office of Procurement Regulation’s internal control framework fits in ? The government’s September 2023 decision and its implications ? Potential impacts on procurement integrity and efficiency This discussion is a must-watch for: Public sector professionals Policy makers Anyone interested in government accountability and reform Don’t miss out! Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you’re first to hear about the future of procurement governance in T&T. Share your thoughts in the comments! How will this shift affect governance and day-to-day operations? Join us to explore where procurement is headed—and why it matters. https://lnkd.in/ebzMdexc #BeyondCompliance #ProcurementCompliancePlus #PublicProcurement #TrinidadAndTobago #GovernmentReform #ProcurementLaw #ChiefProcurementOfficer #NamedProcurementOfficer

?? Challenging Procurement Decisions under the Procurement Act 2023 ?? With the Procurement Act 2023 set to go live on 28 October 2024, it's crucial for contracting authorities and bidders to understand the new rules for challenging procurement decisions. The Act introduces key changes that impact how decisions are communicated and disputed. ??? In our latest update, we break down: ? New time limits for bringing challenges ?? Changes to the standstill period and assessment summaries ?? The revised automatic suspension process ?? Broader remedies for post-contract challenges Read the full article ?? https://lnkd.in/e-A-a-w3 Visit our Procurement Hub for detailed insights and expert guidance ??https://lnkd.in/eft-ruAx #Procurement #ProcurementRegulations #PublicSector #LegalUpdate #PublicContracts #ProcurementLaw #ProcurementAct2023 #Compliance #Legal #Bidders #ContractingAuthorities #Government