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Procurement authority in public entities
The meaning of Procurement Authority and the importance of its effective delegation and use.
Procurement authority is a foundational concept in the public sector and the administration of government. Agency procurement systems are the means through which critical and strategic services, supplies and construction are purchased to support essential public functions. In addition to acquiring what is needed, it is of the utmost importance that the government spends taxpayer dollars responsibly, protected from undue influence and in the best interest of its community. Procurement policies and processes are the...
