Presentation on Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015

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1 Presentation on Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015 PFM Seminar, ICPAK Central Rift Branch By Fred Riaga Chief Manager - Public Policy & Research Division - ICPAK FRIDAY, 22 ND SEPTEMBER 2017 Uphold 9/25/2017. Public. Interest

2 "My challenge? Matching capabilities with requirements and finding low cost suppliers that can consistently deliver quality product."..procurement Manager Uphold. Public. Interest 2

3 New vehicle dealers are losing business to importers of second-hand cars as county governments opt for the cheaper option Uphold. Public. Interest 3

4 Sparks fly after awarding of Sh170bn tender for coal plant The country could be up for another round of tender wars after the government s decision to award Uphold. Public. Interest 4

5 IEBC wins big as order to re-tender presidential ballots printing quashed Uphold. Public. Interest 5

6 The National Treasury and Council of Governors (COG) have formed a taskforce to investigate challenges faced by counties in embracing the Integrated Financial Management System (IFMIS) popularly known as e-procurement system. Uphold. Public. Interest 6

7 Public procurement = procurement by public entities using public funds Procurement is a key component in the PFM System Article 201 of the Constitution of Kenya provides that public money shall be used prudently and responsibly Article 227 of the constitution provides that:- when a state organ or any other public entity contracts for goods / service, it shall do so in accordance with a system that is fair equitable, transparent competitive and cost effective The current framework for public procurement is the PPADA, 2015 and the relevant regulations. Uphold. Public. Interest 7

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9 In light of the background, Audit of procurement system in a public entity should focus on: Procurement institutional arrangements/ structures Procurement Processes Mandatory Reporting Disposal processes Contract Management Inventory control, Asset and Stores and management Uphold. Public. Interest 9

10 Public procurement forms the largest domestic Global averages between 13% & 20% of GDP; In Kenya, it is estimated that 60% of the public sector budget (national plus county)is spent on procurement of Goods/ Works/Services; Procurement fraud consumes 30% of annual budget; Cost of corruption in public contracting is not only measured by money lost - It distorts competition, reduces the quality, sustainability and safety of public projects and purchases Uphold. Public. Interest 10

11 a) National values and principles provided for under Article 10; b) Equality & freedom from discrimination provided for under Art.27; c) Affirmative action programmes (Articles 55 & 56); d) Principles of integrity under the Leadership and Integrity Act, 2012 e) Principles of public finance under Article 201; f) Values and principles of public service (Article 232); g) Principles governing the procurement profession, international norms; h) Maximization of value for money; i) Promotion of local industry, sustainable development & protection of the environment; j) Promotion of citizen contractors. Uphold. Public. Interest 11

12 Formulate, evaluate, promote & research on national & county public procurement and asset disposal on policies around: E-procurement Management of Assets Common user items Reservation schemes youth, women, PWDs Affirmative action Develop policy guidelines for the efficient procurement management & disposal system Design & prescribe an efficient procurement management system for the national & county governments; Provide technical assistance on procurement & assist in the implementation &operation of the public procurement and asset disposal system; Uphold. Public. Interest 12

13 Monitor, assess and review the public procurement and asset disposal system to ensure that they respect the national values and the Constitution(Articl e 227 Monitor the public procurement system and report on the overall functioning of it and present to the Cabinet Secretary and the county executive member for finance in each county Enforce any standards developed under the Act; Monitor classified procurement information, including that of specific items of security organs and make recommendations to the Cabinet Secretary; Monitor the implementation of the preference and reservation schemes by procuring entities; Uphold. Public. Interest 13

14 Reviewing, hearing and determining tendering and asset disposal disputes; and The Authority shall provide secretariat and administrative services to the Review Board Uphold. Public. Interest 14

15 Create a central repository or database that includes i. complaints made on procuring entities; ii. a record of those prohibited from participating in tenders or those debarred; iii. market prices of goods, services and works; Procurement - MPI JUNE 2017.pdf iv. benchmarked prices; v. State organs and public entities that are non-compliant with procurement laws; vi. statistics related to public procurement and asset disposal; vii. price comparisons for goods, services and works; and viii. any information related to procurement that may be necessary for the public; Uphold. Public. Interest 15

16 1. The Accounting Officer Responsibilities Shall be primarily responsible for ensuring the public entity complies with the Act and the Regulations Approve and sign all contracts Shall establish systems and procedures to facilitate systematic & structure decision making in procurement Establishment of a procurement unit staffed by procurement professional Internal procurement procedures manual Appointment of various committees / teams e.g. Tender Opening Committee, Tender evaluation committee, Inspection and acceptance committee, Project Management Teams, Disposal Committee Ensure annual procurement and disposal plans are prepared Uphold. Public. Interest 16

17 Procurement unit (PU) responsibilities :- Head of PU shall render professional advice to the AO - s47(2) Maintain and update lists of registered suppliers contractors & consultants s57 Provide Secretariat services to tender evaluation committee S46 (4)(c) Prepare, publish and distribute procurement opportunities & documents Propose membership of tender opening, evaluation, negotiation and disposal committees for appointment by Accounting Officer Prepare contract documents and procurement correspondence e.g. letters of notification, termination letters Maintain & archive procurement and disposal records Manage inventory (s161) etc (see regulation 8) Uphold. Public. Interest 17

18 User Department Prepare and submit departmental procurement plan thro PU Initiation of procurement / disposal process requisitioning Specification of requirements Maintain contract records Participate in Inspection & acceptance of good / services Participate in contract management Identification of items for disposal Uphold. Public. Interest 18

19 Evaluation Committee Consist of 3 to five members Have as its secretary, the head of PU. Complete the procurement process for which it was appointed Adopt a process that ensures adherence to articles 201(d) and 227(1) of the constitution Conduct technical and financial evaluation of responsive bids & negotiation Uphold. Public. Interest 19

20 Inspection and Acceptance Committee Is an ad-hoc committee appointed in writing by AO Chairman and at least two other members Shall inspect/ test/ review goods, works and services received Shall accept or reject the goods/works/services on behalf of the PE. Shall ensure correct quantity is received, the standards specified in the contract are met, Ensures timely delivery of goods / completion of services - any delays must be noted Ensure all manuals and documentation is received Issue interim or completion certificates / goods received notes as applicable Uphold. Public. Interest 20

21 Disposal Committee Established as and when required At least five members (PU, Finance, Accounts, 2 HoDs including user department, Responsible for verification and processing of all disposal recommendation in liaison with head of PU Chairman is selected by members Must prepare minutes / report of its proceedings which must be signed by all members. Uphold. Public. Interest 21

22 53- Procurement and Asset Disposal Planning 54- Procurement pricing and requirement not to split of contracts 55- Eligibility to Bid 56- Use of list of another state organ or public entity 57- List of Registered Suppliers 59- Limitation on contracts with state and public officers 61- Tender Security 62- Declaration not to engage in Corruption 66- Corrupt, coercive, obstructive, collusive or fraudulent practice, conflicts of interest 68- Procurement Records Uphold. Public. Interest 22

23 Documentary Records: 1. Records both in print or electronic format are essential for efficient and effective management of activities 2. Provide evidence in support of decisions and actions taken; and 3. Provide an audit trail for verification Efficient records management is essential to ensure effective storage, retrieval and use with due regard to security, integrity and confidentiality. Uphold. Public. Interest 23

24 Original Request from the Originating Officer / Minutes Correspondence with Originating officer Correspondences with Suppliers / (post order only) Internal correspondence with Procurement Unit Requests for Expressions of Interest Shortlist or Advertisement Tender documents and specifications/ Terms of Reference Tenders, Quotations or Pro-Forma Invoices received Tender Opening records Uphold. Public. Interest 24

25 Record of Tender Securities and release Evaluation Report Submission to Tender Committee & relevant Minutes of decisions Notice of Contract Award and publication Contract / Purchase Order & Acknowledgement of receipt Delivery Documentation Inspection and Acceptance Reports After sales warranty and performance claims Uphold. Public. Interest 25

26 Copy Invoices or Certificates Copy of Payment Vouchers An explanation if the procurement proceedings were terminated Record of Retentions and Release Performance security and release. Uphold. Public. Interest 26

27 Feasibility studies and surveys carried out or accepted by the procuring entity for preparation of the tender documents and reports; Receipts for sale of tender documents; Requests for, and clarifications issued by the PE; and Any negotiations records and end of activity reports. S45 requires a PE keep records for each procurement for at least six (6) years. Uphold. Public. Interest 27

28 Must capture the evaluation report as secretariat comments Head of PU must review the evaluation report - comment on all aspects of the evaluation of a tender. Must be based on the review of the evaluation report Must be conclusive Must be signed by head of PU Uphold. Public. Interest 28

29 a) Open tender; b) two-stage tendering; c) design competition; d) restricted tendering; e) direct procurement; f) request for quotations; g) electronic reverse auction; h) low value procurement; i) force account; j) competitive negotiations; k) request for proposals; l) framework agreements; Uphold. Public. Interest 29

30 National 14 days International 21 days Uphold. Public. Interest 30

31 Is the tendering process by direct invitation to a shortlist of pre-qualified, pre-registered or known contractors, and is subject to a specific prior approval by the Tender Committee: It is an appropriate method of procurement, and is only permitted to be used, where: The requirement is of a specialized nature or has requirements of public safety, or public security which make an open competitive tender impossible; Urgent open tender not practical Open tender has failed to bring an award of contract. Uphold. Public. Interest 31

32 Single Source (Direct) Procurement: A method of procurement in which the PE determines not to use competitive procurement on grounds of urgency or some other legal principle and negotiates a contract with a single supplier or contractor. Direct procurement from a contractor without competition is subject to a specific written approval being granted by the Tender Committee upon the submission of reasons for the method. Appropriate when: Purchase is urgently needed for remedial works, provided this is restricted to the minimum requirement to meet the urgent need until a procurement by other methods can be fulfilled; or The works can only be provided by one source for physical, technical or policy reasons e.g. requiring the use of proprietary techniques that are obtainable only from one source. Uphold. Public. Interest 32

33 Contract award (s86) shall be to the successful tender i.e. either to lowest evaluated price or highest combined score for RFP or lowest evaluated total cost of ownership or highest technical score -for professional services. Approval of award recommendation must be in writing; Tender validity can be extended only once & for no more than 30 days AO approval necessary. There must be an acceptance of the award, in writing, by the successful bidder Notification and acceptance does not constitute a contract. Unsuccessful bidders must be notified at same time as successful bidder the letter must disclose successful bidder & his tender sum and reasons for their bid being unsuccessful. Uphold. Public. Interest 33

34 Comprise of the various documents / reports PEs are required to submit to the Authority (by law or by directive of the DG) Approved annual Procurement Plan 60 days from start of FY Report on Direct Procurement contracts 500,000 within 14 days of award Report on Contract awards 5 million - quarterly, within 14 days after the end of quarter Report on Disposal to Employees - 14 days of decision Report on contract variation - quarterly Report on contracts awarded to youth, women and PWDs under the 30% reservation scheme - quarterly, within 14 days after the end of each quarter Report on use of alternative methods for procurement of consultancy services other than QCBS. Uphold. Public. Interest 34

35 Responsibility for preparation Accounting officer Contract must be in line with the award decision Contracts above 5 billion must be cleared by the AG before signing Contract must be in writing & is only valid when signed by both parties Contract shall be signed within the specified time & within the validity period of the tender. No contract shall be signed unless an award has been made Contract signed without the Authority of the AO is invalid AO shall publish all contract awards Uphold. Public. Interest 35

36 No change to contract responsibilities Variation must be approved by awarding Authority No upward price variation before the lapse of 12 months Quantity variation goods & services 15% of original quantity Quantity variation for works % of original Must be within the period of the contract Cumulative value of all variations do not result in an increase in contract price by more than 25% Quarterly report on varied contracts must be submitted to the Authority Uphold. Public. Interest 36

37 No advance payment unless specified in the tender document and contract agreement. AO or his representative shall ensure delivery of right quantity and quality of goods / services For complex/ specialized contracts, management will be the responsibility of a contract implementation (which must include PU, user department representatives and technical experts (consultant) Head of procurement must prepare monthly contract monitoring reports and submit to the AO. Termination - Head of PU may request AO to terminate a contract. AO shall seek legal opinion from AG prior to termination of contract Grounds and procedure for termination must be specified in the contract document. Uphold. Public. Interest 37

38 There must be an approved disposal plan Items for disposal must be identified by HoD (users) The committee must be properly constituted and must have a quorum Committee to recommend appropriate method after survey of items There must be a technical report, from relevant expert, with reserve value for technical items Uphold. Public. Interest 38

39 Verification and processing of all disposal recommendation must be procedural and be within prescribed timelines Minutes / reports of disposal proceedings must be prepared & signed by all members Disposal to employees or Board members of a PE is prohibited except where expressly allowed by the PPADA, 2015 or the regulations Disposal must not be below the reserve price Reserve price must be disclosed to bidders Uphold. Public. Interest 39

40 Only goods/works/services which have been inspected and accepted are recorded in the inventory of a PE Inventory management should prevent loss/ wastage & ensure continuity in supply An inventory management system must be established All inventory, stores & assets received must be taken on charge prior to usage for accountability Uphold. Public. Interest 40

41 All communication must be in writing All approvals /authorizations relating to procurement must be in writing There must be a separate, complete file for each procurement / contract Procurement / contact file is complete only if it contains all the documents/ records and correspondence relating to that procurement / contract Procurement records must be maintained for 6 years, then archived Retrospective procurement approvals are prohibited except for urgent needs Delegation of responsibility by AO or head of PU must be in writing Responsibility for each procurement & disposal approval rests with AO & individual officers involved Uphold. Public. Interest 41

42 Procurement stage Announcements Eligibility to bid Tendering Evaluation/Award Appeals/reviews Potential sources of corruption No central public place for announcements. Imprecise specifications. No bulk purchases. Imprecise criteria. Inability to demonstrate track record. Unpublished or imprecise procedures for each type of tendering and for choice of tendering. Role of intangible factors and influences. Time for appeal. Uncertain legal standards. Uphold. Public. Interest 42

43 Use of direct procurement Use of restricted Tender Use of RFQ Use of Low value procurements Evaluation of bids Notification of bidders Termination of Procurement proceedings Variation of contracts focus on works & services Payment - for non delivered goods / services Disposal focus on motor vehicles Uphold. Public. Interest 43

44 Public procurement can form vital tool for improving service delivery; Public procurement laws and regulations need to be reformed to comply with the provisions of the Constitution and best practice; Adequate opening up of Public Procurement has the benefit of enhancing value of procurement through benefits of: Increased competition; and Enhanced compliance on accounts of increased public scrutiny. Private sector potential is massive and untapped Government facilitation of Private Sector participation in terms of enforcement of procurement laws key to effective engagement. Uphold. Public. Interest 44

45 Thank You! 45