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Procurement and Contract Management
Handout Slides - Procurement and Contract Manageme ...
Handout Slides - Procurement and Contract Management
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The document is a comprehensive guide on procurement and contract management for housing authorities, provided by the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO). It covers various aspects critical to effective procurement processes in public housing sectors.<br /><br />Firstly, the document outlines audience demographics with polls assessing attendees' experience in affordable housing and their representation within housing authorities. It serves as a training framework, detailing primary objectives like understanding fair procurement, planning compliance programs, and ensuring quality and timely fund expenditure.<br /><br />The document emphasizes compliance with procurement regulations, guided by principles such as awarding contracts to qualified contractors, adhering to bonded requirements, and avoiding conflicts of interest. It provides detailed methodologies for procurement from micro-purchases to non-competitive proposals while cautioning common pitfalls in sealed bids and competitive proposals.<br /><br />Various case studies illustrate real-world scenarios dealing with bid processes, contract awards, and administrative challenges, encouraging thoughtful analysis and adherence to legal stipulations. Hypothetical exercises focus on ethical dilemmas, emphasizing the importance of integrity in procurement practices.<br /><br />There is significant focus on section 3 of the HUD Act, mandating PHAs to give employment and economic opportunities to low-income residents during housing projects. Strategies include establishing Section 3 programs and training sessions to ensure compliance and enhance participant engagement.<br /><br />Contract types and their specific applications—such as cost-plus-fixed-fee, indefinite delivery, and time-material contracts—are explained alongside risk mitigation through proper contract administration. The document concludes with guidelines on contract close-out procedures and promoting continued training within organizations to address evolving needs. Lastly, NAHRO expresses willingness to offer tailored training solutions, underscoring a commitment to industry education and ethical procurement practices.
Keywords
procurement
contract management
housing authorities
NAHRO
compliance
Section 3
contract types
training
ethical procurement
public housing
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