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Introduction to Green and Sustainable Procurement

December 10 - 11, 2008
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM		Instructor: Jorge ClaroWashington, DC$695
April 22 - 23, 2009
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM		Instructor: Jorge ClaroWashington, DC$695

Overview:
Sustainable Procurement is a process that takes into consideration environmental and social factors in addition to the traditional price and quality aspects in the procurement of goods, works and services. Sustainable Procurement is directly linked to the Millennium Development Goals and Sustainable Development, which has been defined by the World Commission of Environment and Development as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs". The course explores the different definitions and components of Sustainable Procurement, including Environmental or Green Procurement as well as Socially Responsible Procurement.

Upon completion participants will have a thorough understanding of the challenges and opportunities inherent to the introduction of Sustainable Procurement practices as well as the tools and resources available for its adoption.

Participants will be awarded a Joint Certificate of Attendance from the Graduate School, USDA and INPRI.

Who Should Attend?
This course is intended for policy makers, middle to senior officials, project officers, contract officers in the public and private sectors, procurement agents and others dealing with the procurement of goods and services in the international arena.
Prerequisites:
Completion of the Introduction to International Public Procurement course offered by the Graduate School, USDA - INPRI or prior experience with projects financed by MDBs is desired.
Objectives:
  • Learn the basic principles of Sustainable Procurement
  • Discuss how and when to buy "Green"
  • Apply the concept of Socially Responsible Procurement
  • Recognize how stakeholders play an important role in introducing sustainability considerations into the procurement process
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    Syllabus:
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    Day 1

    • Reform of the State and Electronic Government Initiatives (1.5 hours)
      1. Connectivity
      2. Access to Information
      3. Strategic Issues
      4. Marketplaces
    • The Importance of Open Procurement (1.5 hours)
      1. Economy: value for money, non-discriminatory procedures �
      2. Efficiency: use of technology, proper allocation of resources
      3. Transparency: dissemination, accountability and the fight against corruption
      4. Due Process: Legal frameworks, remedies, complaints
    • Linking e-GP to Electronic Government (3 hours)
      1. E-GP as a Comprehensive Process
      2. Stages of e-GP
      3. Benefits
      4. Resources Needed

    Day 2

    • Guide for e-GP Development �(3 hours)
      1. E-Tendering
        1. Objectives
        2. Benefits
        3. Lessons
      2. E-Purchasing
        1. Objectives
        2. Benefits
        3. Lessons
    • Case Study (1.5 hours)

    • Designing a Strategy for Implementing or Improving an e-GP System (1 hour)
      1. Assessing Needs
      2. Assessing Capabilities
      3. Solutions Available
    • Course Evaluation (0.5 hours)

     


    Course Details
    CODE:  ACQI7622I
    TYPE:  Classroom-Day
    LENGTH:  2 Day(s)
    CREDITS:  16 CPE
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