Public Procurement Law and Contract Management

Course Objective

This course provides an overview of the legal framework governing public procurement, the principles that guide procurement decisions, and effective contract management practices. By the end of the course, participants will understand the legal and ethical considerations in public procurement, the processes involved, and the essentials of managing contracts successfully.

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Introduction to Public Procurement Law

• Overview of Public Procurement:
  Definition and importance of public procurement in the public sector.
• Legal Framework:
  National and international regulations guiding public procurement, including key statutes and conventions.
• Principles of Public Procurement:
  Transparency, accountability, fairness, competition, and value for money.

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Procurement Processes and Procedures

• Procurement Planning:
  Steps involved in the procurement cycle, from needs assessment to contract formation.
• Methods of Procurement:
  Open tendering, restricted tendering, direct procurement, and competitive dialogue.
• Evaluation and Awarding Contracts:
  Bidding processes, evaluation criteria, and the role of procurement committees.

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Contract Law and Management

• Key Contractual Elements:
  Contract formation, offer and acceptance, terms and conditions.
• Types of Procurement Contracts:
  Fixed-price contracts, cost-reimbursable contracts, and time-and-materials contracts.
• Risk Management in Contracts:
  Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks in public procurement contracts.

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Dispute Resolution and Ethics in Procurement

• Dispute Resolution Mechanisms:
  Methods for resolving conflicts in procurement, including mediation, arbitration, and adjudication.
• Ethical Considerations:
  Conflict of interest, corruption, and bribery in procurement, and how to prevent unethical behavior.
• Contract Termination and Performance Monitoring:
  Conditions for contract termination and ensuring contract performance throughout its lifecycle.

DATE:
1ST BATCH: 14th – 17th Jan, 2025
2ND BATCH: 13th – 16th May, 2025
3RD BATCH: 26th – 29th Aug, 2025