Questions and answers about Public Procurement Law
We were the successful tenderer but the agency has withdrawn the contract offer 1 answer
1 answerWe were told we won a tender and started preparing to deliver, but the agency now says it has cancelled the process and will not proceed. We have incurred costs. Do we have any claim? Nobody has given me a straight answer and I want to understand where I actually stand.
I manage a contract with a supplier that has repeatedly missed deliverables for our agency. We are concerned about the impact on public services, but we do not want to face a legal fight. What are our options and how should we proceed?
A government tender I am reading mentions broader outcomes and asks me to describe my approach to employment, Māori business participation and environmental impact. Is this compulsory and how will it affect my bid?
Our bid was unsuccessful and we want to know why so that we can improve for future tenders. The agency says a debrief is available on request but we are unsure what to expect. What information should we get?
Can government agencies negotiate directly with a supplier without tendering? 1 answer
1 answerWe are a small technology firm, and a government agency approached us about building a system without a public process. Some competitors are complaining. When can an agency lawfully award a contract directly?
Several firms in my industry regularly talk to each other before tenders, and it seems they take turns winning contracts. I am concerned it is illegal, but I do not want to get in trouble myself. What is the law on this?
Can I complain to a watchdog about government procurement practices? 1 answer
1 answerI believe a local government body has been consistently favouring one supplier and ignoring its own rules. Is there an independent body I can complain to and what would it investigate? I would appreciate some clarity on what the law actually requires here.
We are an overseas company interested in bidding for contracts with New Zealand government agencies. Are there restrictions on foreign suppliers, or does New Zealand have to treat us equally under trade agreements?
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