1. INFRASTRUCTURE PROCUREMENT BEST PRACTICE
Arthur Taute
SMEC South Africa

2. Best Practice Procurement
World Bank systems as applied by WB do not represent best practice for in-country procurement
Only developing countries that are struggling to develop use them as prescribed by WB
All developed countries have modified substantially to suite their own circumstances and to deliver value

3. Elements of Best Practice
Mutual Trust
Encourage ethics
Encourage skill development
Maximise use of local resources
Reward quality at all times - Merit ranking
Ensure predictability of cash flow allows for skills development

4. Separate SCM for CE Services
Must understand the requirements for the service
Understand how to realize value and improve cost-effectiveness