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Avoiding procurement pitfalls an ACE guide [electronic resource]

By: Language: English Publication details: London ACE 2009Subject(s): LOC classification:
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Online resources: Summary: Intended as an overview of the concepts involved in procuring the services of a project delivery team: the basic principles should be applicable to both construction projects and service contracts. Sets out the key steps in an effective procurement process with a view to helping all parties in the procurement process identify the best approach. However, it is not intended as a detailed procurement manual and so does not cover all eventualities. Appendix contains a self-assessment tool which may be used to assess the capabilities of an existing procurement team and anticipate future professional skills which might be needed.

Intended as an overview of the concepts involved in procuring the services of a project delivery team: the basic principles should be applicable to both construction projects and service contracts. Sets out the key steps in an effective procurement process with a view to helping all parties in the procurement process identify the best approach. However, it is not intended as a detailed procurement manual and so does not cover all eventualities. Appendix contains a self-assessment tool which may be used to assess the capabilities of an existing procurement team and anticipate future professional skills which might be needed.