This section of the guide sets out several considerations that are relevant no matter the value of your goods and services procurement, and should help you to choose the most appropriate procurement method.
The pages cover:
- initial considerations for any procurement - the business need, your budget, approvals and any specific requirements your agency may have
- what the procurement policies mean for you
- how your purchase could provide a social benefit for the community
- whether there is an existing contract you should purchase from
- support for procurement in the regions
- training
The pages describe the procurement thresholds which will help you determine which procurement method to use:
Resources for buyers
- Training for buyers lists a number of online and face-to-face workshops to develop your procurement capability.
- Goods and services procurement practice resources include procurement, contract management, supplier performance management and sponsorship guides.
- Goods and Services procurement templates for procurement planning, requesting quotes and tenders, evaluating, awarding and managing contracts.
- Buyer's resources include a procurement competency matrix, Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) success profile and contract management capability frameworks.
- Procurement policies links to all the policies relevant to procurement of goods and services, community services and works.
- Glossary of terms and definitions for procurement practice guidelines and State Supply Commission policies.