How can a probity adviser/probity auditor/legal process adviser assist?
A probity adviser may be appointed under a probity plan to monitor and report on compliance with the plan. A probity adviser is usually an adviser who is external to and independent of the process, who will scrutinise (by way of observing and reviewing) the tender and evaluation process, provide advice on probity issues which may arise before and during the tender process, and advise whether the process is equitable and conducted with integrity. The role of the probity adviser is usually to monitor the tender, evaluation and selection processes in order to advise whether they are defensible and conducted in a fair and unbiased manner. The probity adviser does not undertake the evaluation and is not responsible for advising on the legal issues that arise from the conduct of the tender process. However, the probity adviser will provide advice on the conduct of the tender process (including the tender evaluation procedures), advise whether the tender rules and procedures are followed, and
