Procurement is a simple task. So is it or is it not?
By: James D. Kidange
People in the procurement organization may agree with this or say otherwise. But the real question is: how is your procurement system being managed?
Procurement as defined by Republic Act No. 9184 refers to the acquisition of Goods, Consulting Services, and the contracting for Infrastructure Projects by the Procuring Entity. Likewise, it includes the lease of goods and real estate. Procurement of real property, however, shall be governed by the provisions of Republic Act No. 8974. Point is what does good and well planned procurement signify as far as government services are concerned.
Backlog in procurement undertakings would probably mean deprivation of government services. In such a case, what are the indicators and factors of a well-planned procurement? Wish to share your experience or find out what it takes?
Come and join the learning event on Enhance Government Procurement System on September 25 to 27, 2013, convened by the Portician Circle of Learning (PCLCS) at the Crown Legacy Hotel, Baguio City.
The learning event aims to enable participants, especially government procurement practitioners, learn practical procurement methods and strategies to further enhance and simplify the disposition of the procurement programs and needs of their respective agencies to avoid backlogs in procurement undertakings and to ensure timely biddings and implementation of government projects and programs.
Talking points include: Setbacks in Local Government Procurement; Procurement Law and New/Recent Issuance; The Annual Procurement Plans; Rationalization of the Bids and Awards Committee; and Enhanced and Simplified Procurement Program. For queries, you can visit the PCLCS official website at www.pclcs.com or call at telefax no. (074) 422-4812.