The basics of integrity in procurement
25 Oct 2011 16:14
Why and how does corruption occur in procurement? Why is it important to prevent corruptionin procurement? What are the main risks at various stages of the procurement process,and what can be done to mitigate them? Commitments under the aid effectiveness agendato use country procurement systems, mounting pressure on aid budgets, and increasingdemands from donor countries to show impact and value for money have all combined tofocus attention on the risks of corruption in aid procurement. Host-country systems, alongwith the practices of donor agencies and NGOs, are all vulnerable to mismanagement andcorruption if the processes are not structured and managed in a transparent, accountable,and professional manner. This guide provides tools and guidance to help assess risk levelsand support appropriate safeguards against corruption in procurement. As procurement ispart of almost all projects, programmes, and sector work, this paper is intended not onlyfor procurement officers but for all development practitioners and government officialsaffected by procurement processes.
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