Public Procurement Best Practices and Oversight Training Course

Public Procurement Best Practices and Oversight Training Course

Introduction

Public procurement is a cornerstone of sustainable governance, transparency, accountability, and value-for-money in both public and private institutions. With global emphasis on ethical procurement, compliance with regulatory frameworks, and efficient contract management, professionals need to embrace procurement best practices, oversight mechanisms, and risk management strategies that foster integrity and efficiency. Public Procurement Best Practices and Oversight Training Course equips participants with cutting-edge skills in procurement compliance, supply chain governance, contract monitoring, vendor evaluation, e-procurement, and sustainable procurement practices to enhance public trust and organizational performance.

The course is designed to address the evolving challenges in procurement by integrating global standards, audit compliance, and anti-corruption measures. Participants will learn to apply practical frameworks in procurement oversight, streamline tendering processes, and adopt innovative approaches such as digital procurement tools, strategic sourcing, performance monitoring, and transparency-driven audits. By the end of this training, learners will be prepared to implement robust procurement systems that drive accountability, efficiency, and long-term value creation.

Course Objectives

1. Strengthen public procurement transparency and accountability mechanisms.
2. Apply ethical procurement standards and global compliance frameworks.
3. Implement effective procurement oversight and monitoring systems.
4. Develop strategies for sustainable procurement and green supply chains.
5. Enhance value-for-money procurement practices in organizations.
6. Mitigate procurement risks and corruption vulnerabilities.
7. Apply e-procurement and digital procurement tools effectively.
8. Improve contract management and supplier relationship management.
9. Align procurement with regulatory and legislative requirements.
10. Use data-driven procurement analytics for informed decisions.
11. Strengthen audit, inspection, and compliance oversight mechanisms.
12. Apply strategic sourcing and category management in procurement.
13. Build capacity for inclusive procurement and stakeholder engagement.

Target Audience

1. Procurement Managers and Officers
2. Government Tendering Committees
3. Auditors and Compliance Officers
4. Supply Chain Managers
5. Contract Managers and Legal Advisors
6. Project Managers and Finance Officers
7. Policy Makers and Regulators
8. NGOs and Development Agencies Staff

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Public Procurement

• Principles of public procurement and compliance
• Global procurement standards and legal frameworks
• Roles of procurement entities and oversight bodies
• Importance of transparency and accountability
• Challenges in procurement governance
• Case Study: World Bank procurement reforms in Africa

Module 2: Procurement Oversight and Accountability

• Oversight structures and monitoring mechanisms
• Internal and external audit frameworks
• Whistleblowing and anti-corruption strategies
• Procurement ethics and conflict-of-interest management
• Tools for performance monitoring
• Case Study: Kenya Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) reforms

Module 3: E-Procurement and Digital Transformation

• Benefits of digital procurement systems
• E-tendering platforms and transparency tools
• Data analytics in procurement decision-making
• Cybersecurity in procurement processes
• Digital capacity building for procurement staff
• Case Study: Adoption of e-procurement in South Korea

Module 4: Sustainable and Green Procurement

• Principles of sustainable procurement
• Environmental and social responsibility in supply chains
• Integrating green criteria in tender evaluation
• Sustainable vendor assessment frameworks
• Policy alignment with SDGs
• Case Study: European Union green procurement practices

Module 5: Contract and Vendor Management

• Key principles of contract lifecycle management
• Supplier evaluation and relationship strategies
• Negotiation and dispute resolution techniques
• Managing contract performance and compliance
• Value-for-money in contract execution
• Case Study: Vendor management in UN procurement

Module 6: Risk Management in Procurement

• Types of procurement risks
• Developing risk mitigation frameworks
• Fraud detection and prevention techniques
• Contingency planning in procurement
• Governance in high-value procurement contracts
• Case Study: Procurement corruption scandal analysis

Module 7: Strategic Sourcing and Value-for-Money

• Defining strategic sourcing in procurement
• Category management approaches
• Value-for-money assessment techniques
• Leveraging market intelligence for sourcing
• Supplier diversification strategies
• Case Study: Strategic sourcing in multinational corporations

Module 8: Audit, Inspection, and Compliance

• Procurement audit methodologies
• Ensuring compliance with procurement laws
• Inspection and monitoring frameworks
• Tools for real-time procurement oversight
• Role of independent regulatory bodies
• Case Study: Audit of public procurement in OECD countries

Training Methodology

• Interactive lectures with real-world examples
• Group discussions and peer-to-peer learning
• Case study analysis and practical exercises
• Simulation of procurement oversight processes
• Role-playing and scenario-based problem solving

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@datastatresearch.org or call +254724527104 

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

 We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to DATASTAT CONSULTANCY LTD account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.