Making Procurement Work: Three Lessons from the World Bank’s Procurement Reform
An evaluation of the World Bank’s 2016 procurement reforms, focusing on aligning with international best practices and reducing project delays. The goal of the...
Public vs. private sector procurement: key differences
Businesses must understand the key differences between the public and private procurement methods, regulations, and goals when considering tender opportunities in either sector. This article,...
Supporting Countries to Achieve Better Procurement and Development Outcomes
Operational procurement is a crucial part of the World Bank’s efforts to become a Better Bank and fulfill our mission. Effective procurement enables our...
Advancing sustainable public procurement in the Asia Pacific
Sustainable public procurement (SPP) offers a powerful tool for advancing the Asia Pacific’s green transition, addressing pressing infrastructural needs and tackling emissions. By adopting...
DPIIT flags 259 tenders for violating public procurement norms in 2024
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) identified 259 tenders as non-compliant with the public procurement norms in 2024, Parliament was...
Public Procurement Laws and Regulations India 2025
1. Relevant Legislation 1.1 What is the relevant legislation, and, in outline, what does each piece of legislation cover? There is no singular legislation that...
Assam’s green budgeting boosts green public procurement trends
Assam is one of the most vulnerable states to climate change in the Indian Himalayan Region. The state’s climate change action plan (ASAPCC 2.0) includes ambitious...
Assessing the value of artificial intelligence (AI) in governmental public procurement
The main purpose of this study is to enhance knowledge regarding the early stages of planning for and adopting artificial intelligence (AI) in governmental...
Transforming the Future of Supply Chain Management
Procurement has undergone a seismic shift in recent years, driven by technological innovation, evolving market demands, and a growing focus on sustainability. Once a...
5 Common Public Sector Procurement Challenges
Public sector procurement is a complex process that involves purchasing goods and services on behalf of government agencies and organizations. The process can be...