Para 4.11.1 — GOODS_MANUAL

4.11.1 Terms and Conditions 1. The reasons for an STE and selection of a particular firm must be recorded and approved by the CA as per the delegation of powers laid down in DFPR/SoPP prior to single tendering. Unlike in PAC, the powers of procurement of STE are more restricted,

4.11.2 STE - Risks and Mitigations

Risk Mitigation 1. The same but more heightened risks than PAC are present in this mode. The selection of a single vendor may be nontransparent and unjustified. The same mitigation strategies as in the case of PAC should apply. Procurements on an STE basis should be made from reputed firms after determining the reasonableness of rates. The procurement powers for STE should be severely restricted.

Chapter 4: Modes of Procurement and Tendering Systems 2. Other terms and conditions of PAC procurement mentioned above would also apply in this case.