Training Program On Public Procurement

Series of 5 Days Program | Modules 3

May-19-2025


Public Procurement
(under the aegis of the Procurement Policy Division, Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance, Government of India)

Objectives of the Program:
  • To enhance the capacities and competencies of officers and executives working in the domain of procurement, purchase, materials, stores, inventory and supply-chain management, Finance, vigilance and allied functions.
  • To emphasize on the contribution of the various subareas to the procurement function.
  • To provide exposure to the participants on the nuances of overseas procurement.
  • To sensitize the participants towards the dimensions of greater transparency, and anti-corruption.
  • To help the participants develop an appreciation for the legal aspects of procurement including dispute resolution, integrity pacts etc.
Major Topics/Themes Covered in the Program:
  • Procurement of Goods: Relevant Issues, Rules & Procedures.
  • Total Cost of Ownership of Goods Procured.
  • Overseas Procurement: Marine Logistics, Customs Procedures, INCOTERMS etc.
  • Red-Flags in Procurement and Contracting.
  • Procurement of Goods & Services through GeM.
  • Procurement of Consulting Services.
  • Dispute Resolution & Arbitration.
  • Integrity Pacts.
Program Outcomes Envisaged:
  • Deeper understanding of the procurement function in an integrated manner.
  • Increased capacity in taking sound and timely procurement decisions.
  • Procurement processes that are economic, efficient and effective.
  • Advanced capabilities to map the relevant supply chains in procurement.