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Introduction to PPRA Regulatory Framework

Introduction to PPRA Regulatory Framework

A 2-day practical training on the PPRA Regulatory Framework covering procurement planning, bidding, evaluation, contract award, grievance handling, procurement methods, and an introduction to e-PADS, with real-world examples and practical applications.

Training Description

This comprehensive two-day training program provides participants with a practical understanding of the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) Regulatory Framework. The course covers the legal and institutional foundations of public procurement, procurement planning, qualification and evaluation processes, procurement methods, contract award and administration, grievance redressal mechanisms, and an introductory demonstration of the e-PADS system. Through practical examples, case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will gain the knowledge and skills required to conduct procurement activities in compliance with PPRA Rules and Regulations.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Understand the PPRA Regulatory Framework
  2. Grasp the legal foundation, institutional structure, and regulatory provisions of the PPRA Ordinance, and Public Procurement Rules.
  3. Recognize the principles of procurement and obligations of procuring agencies.
  4. Develop Effective Procurement Plans
  5. Learn to prepare, approve, and implement annual procurement plans.
  6. Identify thresholds, advertisement requirements, and timelines for various modes of procurement.
  7. Apply Qualification and Evaluation Criteria
  8. Understand pre-qualification, qualification, and disqualification procedures.
  9. Interpret documentation, criteria setting, and evaluation steps through practical illustrations and cases.
  10. Select Appropriate Methods of Procurement
  11. Examine and differentiate procurement methods, open competitive bidding, limited bidding, single source, direct contracting, and framework agreements.
  12. Apply suitable method selection in different procurement scenarios.
  13. Conduct Bid Opening and Evaluation
  14. Follow transparent bid opening and evaluation procedures.
  15. Identify causes of bid rejection and ensure compliance with responsiveness requirements.
  16. Manage Contracts Effectively
  17. Comprehend award procedures, signing of contracts, performance security, variations, and payments.
  18. Learn essentials of contract administration, record-keeping, and extensions.
  19. Handle Grievances and Disputes Professionally
  20. Learn procedures for grievance redressal, independent complaint review, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
  21. Introduction to e-PADS
  22. Introduction to e-PADS System (Live System Basic Demonstration)
Eligibility Criteria

This course is designed for officials and professionals engaged in or overseeing procurement activities in public sector organizations, including:

  1. Procuring agency officials responsible for goods, works, or consultancy procurements.
  2. Heads of departments, section officers, and executives who need conceptual understanding of the PPRA framework for decision-making and oversight.
  3. Members of procurement, evaluation, or grievance redressal committees.
  4. Finance, audit, and planning officers requiring integration of procurement planning with budget execution.
  5. Institutional administrators (universities, autonomous bodies, ministries, and divisions) seeking compliance with PPRA Rules.
  6. New entrants and trainees wishing to build a foundational to advanced understanding of public procurement processes.


Prerequisites

Basic understanding of public sector administration or procurement processes.

Familiarity with government rules, policies..

Experience in procurement, finance, audit, planning, contract management, or administration is advantageous.

Willingness to participate in discussions and practical case studies.

Basic computer literacy for the introductory e-PADS demonstration.

DAY-1: Public Procurement Rules (Foundational Framework)

LectureTopicDescription
1PPRA Act & Regulatory Framework Overview of PPRA Ordinance, institutional framework, principles of procurement.
2Procurement Planning & AdvertisementProcurement planning process, annual plans, advertisement procedures, timelines, and thresholds for publication.
3Pre-qualification, Qualification & DisqualificationCriteria, documentation, evaluation, and grounds for disqualification. Includes sample case.
4Methods of ProcurementOpen competitive bidding, limited bidding, direct contracting, single source, and framework agreements with practical illustrations.


DAY-2: Public Procurement Rules (Advanced & Practical Application)

LectureTopicDescription
5Bid Opening, Evaluation & Rejection of BidsBid submission, opening procedures, evaluation criteria, rejection, and responsiveness of bids.
6Award of Contract Overview of PPRA Regulations Acceptance of bids, signing of contract, performance security, extension, variation, and payment procedures. Overview of PPRA Regulations
7Grievance Redressal & Dispute SettlementComplaint mechanism, independent grievance committees, appeal processes, and dispute resolution. Includes brief case study.
8Introduction to e-PADSLive introductory Demonstration to e-PADS System



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