Description
In this interactive, self-directed online course, participants will learn about the fundamental principles that govern public-sector procurement in Canada. We will explain processes, law and specific nuances that may affect procurement activities, and the key legal differences between regular contract law and competitive contracting law. Duties and obligations of purchasers and suppliers during a competitive process will also be explored.
Topics
- Principles and objectives of public-sector procurement, standards of conduct and ethical procurement practices, sustainability and other procurement policies
- Similarities and differences between public- and private-sector procurement
- Trade agreements, freedom of information and other legislative obligations, including confidentiality issues
- Essential elements of a legally binding contract, implications of oral contracts and other legal considerations
- Key differences between regular contract law and competitive contracting, including duties and obligations of owners and vendors
- Types and forms of contracts, competitive contracting methods, tools and templates, including prequalification and market sounding tools
- Introduction to the procurement and contract management cycle – overview of key steps in planning, solicitation and award, managing and evaluation
Learning Objectives
- Describe the fundamental sources of public-sector procurement principles and objectives, including trade agreements, legislation and organizational policies
- Differentiate between regular contract law and competitive contract law
- Understand the different procurement methods and tools, including market assessment and prequalification options
- Be aware of the risks of negligence claims, and the importance of controlling who provides information to respondents
- Understand copyright, moral rights and other key legal principles that influence public-sector procurement
- Describe the steps necessary to obtain approvals to proceed with a procurement
- Recognize the key steps of the solicitation and award phase of procurement, including proper handling, safekeeping and opening of bids and proposals
- Describe the key steps in the managing and evaluation phase of procurement
- Understand how to explore and capture lessons learned from each contract
Expected Outcomes
Participants will understand the key steps in effectively planning any procurement, as well as how to obtain approvals to proceed and key areas of risk when conducting the solicitation process. At a high level, they will identify the important components of any solicitation document and resulting contract, and learn about obligations to maintain appropriate and complete documentation in procurement files.
Learning Methods
Online, self-directed learning including: interactive audio and visual slides, diagrams, white papers, case studies, pre- and post-course assessments, quizzes and exercises.
Pre-requisite or Also Recommended Courses
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