Public Procurement: Theory, Practices and Tools

This textbook discusses public procurement from an interdisciplinary perspective, providing insight into the 'what and why' of public procurement, as well as the 'how' of contemporary procurement in the public sector. It is tailored to university students in public administration, law, economics, or management, as well as executive education, and explains the public procurement process, concept of public value, legal context, and how the procurement function is organized in public organizations. It also discusses how a procurement policy can be developed and translated into a procurement strategy, how tenders can be organized, suppliers selected, and contracts designed and evaluated.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 157 pages
Publication date: 04 June 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This comprehensive open-access textbook takes an interdisciplinary approach to exploring the 'what and why of public procurement, providing valuable insights into the 'how of contemporary procurement in the public sector. The authors employ theories and practical examples to demonstrate to the next generation of public procurement professionals how public value can be generated through the acquisition of works, supplies, or services by organizations operating within the public domain. Tailored specifically for university students pursuing degrees in public administration, law, economics, or management, as well as those in executive education, the book begins by introducing and explaining the public procurement process, the concept of public value, the legal framework governing procurement, and the organizational structure of procurement within public organizations.

Subsequently, it delves into the development and implementation of procurement policies, the organization of tenders, the selection of suppliers, and the design and evaluation of contracts. A final discussion chapter addresses the changes and advancements in public procurement, highlighting how public procurement is evolving and moving forward. By reading this innovative and accessible book, readers will not only gain a thorough understanding of public procurement but also acquire the skills necessary to become professional change agents in this field.

Forward-thinking and comprehensive, this book serves as an ideal resource for anyone interested in public procurement.

Weight: 278g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031184895
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023