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Para 4 - Procurement Transparency | KartavyaDesk

Goods Manual

Original Rule Text

“Information relating to procurement made by public authorities including publication of notice/tender enquiries, corrigenda thereon, and details of bid awards detailing the name of the Vendor/ Contractor of goods/services being procured or the works contracts entered or any such combination of these and the rate and total amount at which such procurement or works contract is to be done should be disclosed. All information disclosable as per Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditure’s O.M. No 10/1/2011-PPC dated 30th November 2011 (and 05th March 2012) on Mandatory Publication of Tender Enquiries on the Central Public Procurement Portal and O.M. No. 10/3/2012- PPC dated 09th January 2014 on implementation of comprehensive end-to-end e-procurement should be disclosed under Section 4 of the Right to Information Act.”

What This Means

Para 4 of the Manual for Procurement of Goods, 2017, is all about transparency. It basically says that government departments need to make public a lot of information about their purchases. This includes things like tender notices, any changes to those notices (corrigenda), and details about who won the bid, what they're providing (goods, services, or works contracts), and how much it's all costing. Think of it as shining a light on the procurement process to ensure fairness and accountability.

This rule applies to all 'public authorities' – meaning any government department, agency, or organization that uses public funds to buy things. It affects everyone involved in the procurement process, from the officers who write the tender documents to the vendors who bid for the contracts. The goal is to make sure that the public can see how their money is being spent and that there's no shady business going on. It also references specific Office Memorandums (O.M.s) from the Department of Expenditure that further clarify what information needs to be published on the Central Public Procurement Portal (CPPP).

Essentially, Para 4 works in conjunction with Section 4 of the Right to Information (RTI) Act. This means that the information that *must* be proactively disclosed under the O.M.s mentioned is also information that the public has a right to access under the RTI Act. So, being transparent upfront saves time and resources in responding to individual RTI requests later.

This explanation was generated with AI assistance for educational purposes. Always refer to the official gazette notification for authoritative text.

Key Points

  • •Mandatory disclosure of procurement information by public authorities.
  • •Includes tender notices, corrigenda, bid awards, vendor details, and contract amounts.
  • •Information must be disclosed as per Department of Expenditure O.M.s related to CPPP.
  • •Disclosure is linked to Section 4 of the Right to Information Act.
  • •Promotes transparency and accountability in government spending.

Practical Example

The Ministry of Textiles needs to procure 500 high-speed sewing machines. They publish a tender notice on the Central Public Procurement Portal (CPPP). After receiving bids, they award the contract to 'StitchWell Industries' for ₹50,000 per machine, totaling ₹2.5 crore. According to Para 4, the Ministry must disclose this information on the CPPP. This includes StitchWell Industries' name, the type of goods being procured (sewing machines), the rate per machine (₹50,000), and the total contract amount (₹2.5 crore).

Later, a citizen, Mr. Sharma, wants to know the details of this procurement. Because the Ministry has already proactively disclosed the information as per Para 4 and the related O.M.s, they can easily direct Mr. Sharma to the CPPP, fulfilling their obligation under the RTI Act without needing to process a new request. This saves time and resources for both the Ministry and the citizen.

This explanation was generated with AI assistance for educational purposes. Always refer to the official gazette notification for authoritative text.

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly needs to be disclosed under Para 4?▼
Everything from the initial tender notice to the final contract details, including vendor name, goods/services procured, and the price.
Where should this information be disclosed?▼
Primarily on the Central Public Procurement Portal (CPPP), as mandated by the referenced Office Memorandums.
What happens if we don't disclose this information?▼
It could lead to RTI requests, potential audits, and accusations of lack of transparency. Non-compliance can also attract penalties.
Does this rule apply to all types of procurement?▼
Yes, it applies to all procurement of goods, services, and works contracts by public authorities.
What are the specific O.M.s mentioned in Para 4, and where can I find them?▼
The O.M.s are: O.M. No 10/1/2011-PPC dated 30th November 2011 (and 05th March 2012) and O.M. No. 10/3/2012- PPC dated 09th January 2014. You can typically find them on the Department of Expenditure's website or the CPPP.

This explanation was generated with AI assistance for educational purposes. Always refer to the official gazette notification for authoritative text.

Test Your Knowledge

Question 1 of 3

According to Para 4 of the Manual for Procurement of Goods, 2017, which of the following details pertaining to a procurement process MUST be disclosed by a public authority?

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