Procurement translates design intent into real contracts and materials on site.
1. Procurement Phases
- Pre-Procurement Planning – Define scope, specifications, and procurement schedule.
- Tendering / Bidding – Invite qualified vendors or contractors.
- Evaluation & Award – Review bids technically and commercially.
- Contract Finalization – Negotiate terms, finalize BOQ, warranties, and delivery schedules.
- Post-Award Management – Monitor deliveries, payments, and performance.
2. Bid Documents
- Invitation to Tender (ITT)
- Bill of Quantities (BOQ)
- Technical Specifications
- General & Special Conditions of Contract
- Drawings and Schedules
3. Evaluation Criteria
4. Procurement Strategies
- Open Tendering: Public advertisement for bids.
- Selective Tendering: Invited pre-qualified bidders.
- Negotiated Contracts: Direct negotiation with preferred firm.
- Two-Stage Bidding: Technical proposal first, commercial second.
“Transparent bidding builds credibility; strategic procurement builds value.”