Public Procurement refers to contracts concluded by public entities and institutions with private economic operators to implement projects, conduct studies, provide services, or supply goods, with the aim of achieving public interest. These contracts are governed by specific laws and procedures to ensure transparency, integrity, and the proper use of public funds.

Objectives of Public Procurement:

1. Meeting the needs of public services: Implementing projects or providing services to ensure the proper functioning of public interests.
2. Efficient management of public resources: Achieving the best outcomes at the lowest possible cost.
3. Ensuring transparency and competition: Granting all parties equal opportunities to win contracts.
4. Combating corruption: Monitoring processes to ensure integrity.

Types of public procurement based on the subject:

➢ The realisation of works;

➢ the acquisition of supplies;

➢ the realisation of studies;

➢ the provision of services

Public procurement methods

4.1 The call for tenders :

➢ Open tender

➢ Open tender with minimum capacity requirements

➢ Restricted tender

➢ Competition

4.2 Negotiated contract. :

➢ Direct negotiated procedure

➢ negotiated after consultation