Procurement Manual for Small and Medium Enterprise Development Authority

This manual is based on the Public Procurement Rules 2004 and international best practices to ensure value for money to SMEDA resources. The manual outlines the responsibilities of different divisions within SMEDA and builds on the recommendations made in the institutional assessment, which calls for the establishment of a procurement wing. Standard Bidding Documents have been developed for consulting services and procurement of goods, services, and works, referencing guidelines and bidding documents from the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, Pakistan Engineering Council, and Pakistan and Sindh Procurement Regulatory Authorities. The procurement manual is designed to provide a comprehensive framework for procurement processes, including the procurement of goods, services, and works. It outlines the procedures for tendering, evaluation, and contract negotiation, as well as the roles and responsibilities of various committees and officials involved in the procurement process. The manual emphasizes the importance of transparency, accountability, and fairness in procurement processes, and outlines the procedures for ensuring these principles are upheld. It also provides guidance on the use of standard bidding documents, which have been developed to ensure consistency and fairness in the procurement process. The procurement manual is a critical tool for ensuring that SMEDA's procurement processes are transparent, accountable, and fair. By providing a clear and comprehensive framework for procurement, the manual helps to ensure that SMEDA's resources are used efficiently and effectively to achieve its development objectives. The manual outlines the procedures for procurement of goods, services, and works, including the use of standard bidding documents. It also provides guidance on the roles and responsibilities of various committees and officials involved in the procurement process, including the Procurement Committee, Consultant Selection Committee, and Procurement and Purchase Committees. The manual emphasizes the importance of transparency, accountability, and fairness in procurement processes, and outlines the procedures for ensuring these principles are upheld. It also provides guidance on the use of performance guarantees, which are required for certain types of procurement. The manual outlines the procedures for procurement of consulting services, including the use of standard bidding documents and the roles and responsibilities of the Consultant Selection Committee. It also provides guidance on the evaluation and selection of consultants, as well as the procedures for contract negotiation and award.