The State is governed by fairness, transparency and accountability in its procurement process; open tendering is the norm whilst alternative processes maybe used under certain circumstances. These include:
Restricted tendering may be used –
- where Contractors have already been prequalified;
- where there are time or cost constraints;
- where there are only a few known suppliers for the required goods, works or services;
- where the value of works, goods or services is of low value;
- where the required works, goods or services is of a very complex nature; and
- Where the cost of the required works, goods or services negates the cost of implementing the open competitive process.
Direct contracting may be used –
- where there is only one person or company that can supply the works, goods or services being procured,
- where there is no reasonable alternative, or in certain cases of urgent need;
- where emergency procurement is required;
- where there is a need for the continuation of an existing award/contract
- based on other Guidelines set by the Agency