The Procurement Act: Provisions, Implementation and Challenges

Objectives:
• Understand the key provisions of the Procurement Act
• Examine the implementation of the Procurement Act
• Identify the challenges in implementing the Procurement Act
• Develop strategies to address the challenges in implementing the Procurement Act
Course Content:
Key Provisions of the Procurement Act
• Scope and application of the Act
• Establishment of the National Council on Public Procurement and the Bureau of Public Procurement
• Procurement methods and procedures
• Procurement planning
• Bid submission, evaluation, and award
• Contract management
• Disposal of public property
Implementation of the Procurement Act
• Roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders
• Procurement planning and budgeting
• Procurement processes and procedures
• Contract management and monitoring
• Capacity building and training
Challenges in Implementing the Procurement Act
• Lack of political will and commitment
• Inadequate funding and resources
• Weak institutional and organizational capacity
• Corruption and lack of transparency
• Resistance to change and bureaucratic bottlenecks
• Lack of harmonization with other laws and regulations
Strategies to Address the Challenges
• Strengthening the legal and regulatory framework
• Enhancing institutional and organizational capacity
• Improving transparency and accountability
• Promoting e-procurement and technology-driven solutions
• Fostering stakeholder engagement and collaboration
• Continuous capacity building and training

Methodology
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.

DATE:
1ST BATCH:        11th – 14th Mar,                               2025      

2ND BATCH:       15th – 18th July,                               2025
3RDBATCH:        18th – 21th Nov,                               2025