Procurement for Governments

This course offers an in-depth exploration into the complexities and strategies of government procurement processes. Participants will gain insights into foundational concepts and frameworks that govern public procurement, moving into specific applications that enhance efficiency, transparency, and value for money. The course context emphasizes the critical role procurement plays in public sector governance and its impact on economic and social outcomes. Through real-world examples and concrete skills development, learners will be equipped to navigate and improve procurement practices within government entities. This course is designed for government procurement officers, policy makers in public finance, legal advisors in the public sector, public administration academics, and NGO advocates for transparency. Each group will gain valuable insights and practical skills to enhance and optimize procurement processes in government settings. Participants should have a basic understanding of public sector operations, familiarity with general procurement processes, an interest in public policy and governance, and introductory knowledge of legal frameworks in public procurement.

• Introduction to Government Procurement
• This module covers the basics of government procurement, its significance and key principles, along with an overview of the international landscape governing procurement practices. It also explores principles like equal treatment, non-discrimination, transparency and proportionality in government procurement processes.
• Strategic Procurement: Planning, Risk Assessment and Contract Lifecycle Management
• This module focuses on competition planning, stakeholder engagement, and procurement methods to ensure effective planning and risk assessment.
• Fraud, Bribery and Corruption
• This module discusses common definitions, major legislation and mitigation strategies for fraud, bribery and corruption in government procurement.
• Ethical and Sustainable Procurement Practices
• This module covers definitions of environmental, social and economic sustainability, benefits of ethical procurement and the role of human rights in procurement.