What are the principles of purchasing in the SA Government?
The State Procurement Act 2004 details three main principles: • Obtaining Value in the expenditure of public money Making decisions, which ensure the best possible outcome in both financial and non-financial terms in a timely and efficient manner, commensurate with the nature of the purchase. This includes the initial cost of purchase, fitness for purpose, service, support, warranty, operating costs, anticipated maintenance and repair and disposal or removal of the product at the end of its useful life. • Providing for ethical and fair treatment of participants Conducting all dealings with or in relation to suppliers in an open, honest and impartial manner, maintaining confidentiality and respecting their rights and obligations. • Ensuring probity, accountability and transparency in procurement operations Ensuring the integrity of the procurement process and actions taken by government employees and/or representatives. Aside from the principles of the State Procurement Act, decision-ma
