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# The Office of Procurement Regulation

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- [Home](https://oprtt.org/) - OPR Slider – full width tabs Republic of Trinidad & Tobago Complaints→ Whistleblowing→ Review & Monitoring→ Audits→ Investigations→ Challenges→ Disposals→ Training & Suppliers→ STATS ← Welcome HDC Statement Annual Report Redress Mechanisms Suppliers & Contractors Ann. Schedule The Procurement System Dashboard → Portals – OPR Portals 🗄️ Procurement Depository The Procurement Depository is an online
- [Decisions on suspension](https://oprtt.org/decisions-on-suspension/) - Decisions on Suspension Case Reference Number Description of Parties Decision on Suspension Reasons for Decision on Suspension CP2026-24 Lutchmeesingh's Transport Contractors Limited v Rural Development Company of Trinidad and Tobago Order of Suspension - CP2026-24 Written Reasons for Suspension - CP2026-24 CP2026-25 J.M. Mercedes Property Management, Consultancy and Contracting Services v The Tobago Regional Health
- [Final decisions](https://oprtt.org/final-decisions/) - Final Decisions Case Reference Number Description of Parties Decision Written Reasons for Decision Broadcast Link CP2026-25 J.M. Mercedes Property Management, Consultancy and Contracting Services Limited v Tobago Regional Health Authority Order of CP2026-25 J.M. Mercedes Property Management, Consultancy and Contracting Services Limited v Tobago Regional Health Authority CP2026-24 Lutchmeesingh’s Transport Contractors Limited v Rural Development
- [Handbooks and Guidelines](https://oprtt.org/handbooks-and-guidelines/) - Handbooks & Guidelines Listing of the General Guidelines, Procedural Forms, Standard Bidding Documents and Model Contracts Download The image below is clickable. Please hover and click on the desired section to access related documentation. In accordance with Sections
- [FAQs 1](https://oprtt.org/faqs/) - FAQs Annual Procurement Plan and Annual Schedule of Planned Procurement Activities Is the Annual Schedule of Planned Procurement Activities separate from the Annual Procurement Plan? The Annual Schedule of Planned Procurement Activities (ASPPA) is linked to the Annual Procurement Plan (APP). The ASPPA is a published list of all planned procurement activities for the upcoming
- [Stage 3 - Evaluation & Award](https://oprtt.org/stage-3-evaluation-award/) - Stage 3 - Evaluation & Award Resources Evaluation of Submissions & Award Contracts (pdf) Download Negotiation in Procurement (pdf) Download Treating with Unsolicited Proposals(pdf) Download Procedural Templates
- [Handbooks of Procurement, Retention & Disposal](https://oprtt.org/handbooks-of-procurement-retention-disposal/) - Handbooks of Procurement, Retention & Disposal Resources Acronyms Download Glossary of Terms Download Comprehensive Handbook on Procurement, Retention & Disposal (pdf) Download Basic Procurement Handbook Download
- [Legislative Framework](https://oprtt.org/legislative-framework/) - Legislative Framework ACTS Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act, 2015 (Act No. 1 of 2015) Download Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property (Amendment) Act, 2016 (Act No. 5
- [Notices of hearing dates](https://oprtt.org/notices-of-hearing-dates/) - Notices of Hearing Dates for ongoing Challenge Proceedings Case Reference Number Description of Parties Date/Time of Hearing Notice of Hearing Broadcast Link CP2026-25 J.M. Mercedes Property Management, Consultancy and Contracting Services Limited v Tobago Regional Health Authority 12th October 2026 at 10:00am Notice of Hearing CP2026-25 J.M. Mercedes Property Management, Consultancy and Contracting Services Limited
- [Learning Management System](https://oprtt.org/learning-management-system-2/) - Learning Management System The Learning Management System is a virtual platform that allows on-demand access to interactive learning material on the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act, 2015 (as amended), the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Regulations, Handbooks & Guidelines, systems, processes, procedures and policies that govern the new procurement regime
- [The Procurement System Dashboard](https://oprtt.org/statistics/) - The Procurement System Dashboard LIVE The Procurement System Dashboard Complaints 📩 38 Open Complaints 📫 70 Closed Complaints Whistleblowing 📥 165 Reports Received 📤 145 Reports Closed Reviews & Monitoring i 📝 4 Completed Reviews i 📡 5 Monitoring Exercises Audits 📋 2 Open Audits 📊 2 Closed Audits Investigations 🔍 28 Open Investigations ✅
- [Retention & Disposal Page](https://oprtt.org/retention-disposal-page/) - Retention & Disposal General Guidelines – Disposal of Real Property (pdf) Download General Guidelines: Retention & Disposal Personal Property (pdf) Download Handbook – Retention & Disposal of Public Property (pdf) Download
- [Annual Report to Parliament - FY2024-2025](https://oprtt.org/annual-report-to-parliament-fy2024-2025/) - Annual Report FY2024/2025 — Office of Procurement Regulation Annual Report to Parliament Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Volumes 1 & 2 The Office's third Annual Report to Parliament, presenting its independent assessment of the public procurement system and the extent of public bodies' compliance during the reporting period. Volume One Compliance, Performance & Regulatory Oversight Download Volume
- [Notices of New Applications](https://oprtt.org/notices-of-new-applications/) - Notices of New Applications for Review filed with OPR Case Reference Number Description of Parties Date Filed Notice Form CP2026-25 J.M. Mercedes Property Management, Consultancy and Contracting Services Limited v Tobago Regional Health Authority Thursday 17th September 2026 CP2026-25 J.M. Mercedes Property Management, Consultancy and Contracting Services Limited v Tobago Regional Health Authority Request for
- [Procurement Depository](https://oprtt.org/procurement-depository/) - Procurement Depository Suppliers/Contractors, if you are a new user to the Procurement Depository, click on the “Begin Registration” button to start the registration process on the Procurement Depository. begin registration Existing users of the Procurement Depository can access the Procurement Depository by clicking on the “Login” button. login to depository Public Body Resources
- [Notices of New Applications -- REDESIGN](https://oprtt.org/notices-of-new-applications-redesign/) - Notices of New Applications for Review filed with OPR
- [Notices and Decisions -- REDESIGN](https://oprtt.org/notices-and-decisions-redesign/) - Notices and Decisions Stay up to date on Challenge Proceedings — from newly filed applications through to final decisions. New Applications Notices of new Applications for Review filed with the OPR. View notices → Suspension Decisions OPR decisions on whether procurement proceedings are suspended. View decisions → Hearing Dates Notices of Hearing dates for ongoing
- [Applicant Suppliers/Contractors - REDESIGN](https://oprtt.org/applicant-suppliers-contractors-redesign/) - Applicant Suppliers/Contractors
- [Challenge Proceedings -- REDESIGN](https://oprtt.org/challenge-proceedings-redesign/) - Challenge Proceedings
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- [Media Releases](https://oprtt.org/media-releases/) - Media Releases Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Media Releases Release Number Description #1 OPR Statement Regarding HDC 3.4b Housing Contract #2 OPR Statement Regarding the Inquiry into Procurement Activities at HDC RFP NO. 050126 – DBF – PORTFOLIO 1
- [Home (To preview changes before posting)](https://oprtt.org/home-to-preview-changes-before-posting/) - OPR Slider – full width tabs Republic of Trinidad & Tobago Complaints→ Whistleblowing→ Review & Monitoring→ Audits→ Investigations→ Challenges→ Disposals→ Training & Suppliers→ STATS ← Welcome HDC Statement Annual Report Redress Mechanisms Suppliers & Contractors Ann. Schedule The Procurement System Dashboard → Portals – OPR Portals 🗄️ Procurement Depository The Procurement Depository is an online
- [Annual Schedule of Planned Procurement Activities](https://oprtt.org/annual-schedule-of-planned-procurement-activities/) - Annual Schedule of Planned Procurement Activities OPR Annual Schedule of Planned Procurement Activities (FY 2025 – 2026) (pdf) Download OPR Annual Schedule of Planned Procurement Activities (FY 2024 – 2025) (pdf) Download
- [2026 Sessions](https://oprtt.org/2026-sessions/) - Procurement Month 2026 Technical Forum: Implementing Sustainable Public Procurement Session 1: Sustainable Procurement in Practice – Regional Perspective (pdf) Download Session 1: Sustainable Procurement in Practice – Local Practitioner Perspective (pdf) Download Session 2: Implementing Sustainable Public Procurement (pdf) Download
- [ProcureTT](https://oprtt.org/procurett/) - ProcureTT ProcureTT is an online platform, developed and supported by The Office of Procurement Regulation (OPR), that provides a centralised repository for Public Bodies of Trinidad and Tobago to post notices relating to their Annual Schedule of Planned Procurement Activities (ASPPA), Tenders, Pre-qualifications, and Disposals. go to procureTT Public Body Resources 
- [About](https://oprtt.org/about/) - Who We Are OPR – Vision, Mission & Core Beliefs Our Vision Trusted, intelligent guardian of public value To be the trusted, intelligent guardian of public value—a technology-driven, data-enabled regulator that anticipates risks, ensures integrity, and transforms public procurement, retention, and disposal into an engine of national development. Our Mission Regulate with foresight, enforce with
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- [Vacancies](https://oprtt.org/careers/) - Vacancies We currently have no vacancies available. Please check back periodically for new opportunities.
- [Webinar - Agenda](https://oprtt.org/webinar-agenda/) - Agenda
- [Statistics - ver. 2](https://oprtt.org/statistics-ver-2/) - Standards Redress Mechanisms — OPR Interactive hub — five circles showing KPI data. Click each circle to reveal full statistics. OPR RedressMechanisms Complaints Complaints 12Open 67Closed More detail Complaints Open complaints12 Closed complaints67 Total logged79 Closure rate85% click to close Whistleblowing Whistle­blowing 153Recv 142Closed More detail Whistleblowing Reports received153 Reports closed142 Still open11 Closure rate93%
- [Booking Form Preview](https://oprtt.org/wpbc-bfb-preview/)
- [Stage 1 - Planning](https://oprtt.org/stage-1-planning/) - Stage 1 - Planning Resources Developing the Annual Procurement Plan (pdf) Download Procurement Portfolio Management & Supply (pdf) Download Category Management (pdf) Download Management of
- [About -- (Updated)](https://oprtt.org/about-final-copy/) - Who We Are OPR – Vision, Mission & Core Beliefs Our Vision Trusted, intelligent guardian of public value To be the trusted, intelligent guardian of public value—a technology-driven, data-enabled regulator that anticipates risks, ensures integrity, and transforms public procurement, retention, and disposal into an engine of national development. Our Mission Regulate with foresight, enforce with
- [Home -- (Updated)](https://oprtt.org/home-copy-copy/) - OPR Slider Republic of Trinidad & Tobago Complaints → Whistleblowing → Review & Monitoring → Audits → Investigations → Challenges → Disposals → Training & Suppliers → STATS ← Welcome The Procurement System Dashboard Redress Mechanisms Suppliers & Contractors Ann. Schedule Annual Report → Portals – OPR Portals 🗄️ Procurement Depository The Procurement Depository is
- [Home -- Copy](https://oprtt.org/home-copy/) - Key Statistics Dashboard Key Statistics Complaints i 📩 0 Active Complaints 📬 0 Closed Complaints Whistleblowing 📥 0 Reports Received 📤 0 Reports Closed Reviews & Monitoring i 📝 0 Completed Reviews i 📡 0 Monitoring Exercises Audits 📋 0 Active Audits 📊 0 Completed Audits Investigations 🔍 0 Active Investigations ✅ 0 Closed Investigations
- [Procurement Notices](https://oprtt.org/procurement-notices/) - Procurement Notices Date Issued Procurement Notice Status 09-01-26 Invitation to Pre-qualify - Human Resource Consultancy Services Open 27-06-23 Invitation to Pre-qualify on the Procurement Depository Closed 05-10-22 Provision of Professional Videography and Video Editing Services Closed 17-05-22 Provision of a Human Resource Database Subscription and Human Resource Advisory Services Closed 12-05-22 Provision of an Employee
- [Tender Notices](https://oprtt.org/tender-notices/) - Public Body Procurement Notices Public Body Name Tender Notice Closing Date The National Schools Dietary Services Limited Request for Quotation (RFQ) notice - Catering Services 19-12-24 The Office of the Chief Personnel Officer Request for Quotation (RFQ) notice - Group Health Plan CANCELLED The Office of the Chief Personnel Officer Request for Quotation (RFQ) notice
- [Our Team](https://oprtt.org/our-team/) - Board Members Governance The Office of Procurement Regulation (OPR) is governed by a Board, Members of which are appointed by the President pursuant to Section 10 of the Act. The Members of the present Procurement Board are: Beverly Khan Chairman/Procurement Regulator Robby Bhola Deputy Chairman Revd. Joy Abdul-Mohan Member Natasha Ashby Member Jason Edwards Member
- [Office Closure Notice](https://oprtt.org/office-closure-notice/) - Notice
- [Readiness Assessment](https://oprtt.org/compliance-assessment/) - Compliance Assessment The Compliance Assessment Checklist (CAC) is a key instrument developed by the Office of Procurement Regulation (OPR) to assist public bodies in achieving and maintaining compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act, 2015 (as amended) (the Act) and its associated Regulations. The CAC provides a structured framework for assessing
- [Kids Animated Series](https://oprtt.org/kids-animated-series/) - Kids Animated Series Episode 1 – Value for Money Episode 2 – Integrity Episode 3 – Transparency Episode 4 – Accountability Episode 5 – Leaving a Lasting Legacy
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- [Public Advisory](https://oprtt.org/public-advisory/) - Public Advisories Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Public Advisories Advisory Number Description #29 USE OF THIRD-PARTY FOR OPR PROCUREMENT DEPOSITORY REGISTRATION #28 PUBLIC NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDS AND PUBLICATION OF SCHEDULED PROCUREMENT ACTIVITIES #27 NOTIFICATION OF CHANGE IN COMPOSITION OF THE PROCUREMENT
- [Financial Statements](https://oprtt.org/financial-statements/) - Financial Statements Auditor General Report FY (2023) Download Auditor General Report FY (2022) Download Auditor General Report FY (2021) Download Auditor General Report
- [Reports](https://oprtt.org/reports/) - Reports Annual Report to Parliament Annual Report to Parliament FY 2023/2024 (pdf) Download Annual Report to Parliament April 2023 – April 2024 (pdf) Download Strategic Plan OPR Strategic Plan 2023 – 2025 (pdf) Download
- [Contracts Awarded](https://oprtt.org/contracts-awarded-4/) - Contracts Awarded OPR Contracts Awarded (pdf) Download OPR Purchase Orders Issued (pdf) Download
- [Annual Report to Parliament - FY2023-2024](https://oprtt.org/annual-report-fy-2023-2024/) - Annual Report to Parliament - FY 2023/2024 Volumes 1 & 2 Procurement Insights: Trinidad and Tobago – FY 2023/2024 Over $75,000 Top 5 subject areas for Complaints Fully Non-Compliant Public Bodies Fully Compliant Public Bodies
- [Prequalification](https://oprtt.org/prequalification/) - Public Body Pre-qualification Notices Public Body Name Procurement Notice Closing Date The Judiciary of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (JORTT) The Judiciary of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (JORTT) Pre-qualification Notice 07-03-25 Heritage Petroleum Company Limited Heritage Petroleum Pre-qualification Notice 29-11-24 National Carnival Commission NCC Pre-qualification Notice 21-10-24 National Schools Dietary Services Limited
- [Organisational Chart](https://oprtt.org/organisational-chart/) - Organisation Chart OPR’s Full Organisational Chart Download Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Audit and Investigation Corporate Communications Corporate Secretary Finance Human Resource and Administration Information and Communication Technology Legal Policy Procurement Development Procurement Capacity Development
- [Challenge Proceedings -- Second Option](https://oprtt.org/challenge-proceedings/) - Challenge Proceedings Information Guide The image below is clickable. Please hover and click on the desired section to access related documentation. Frequently Asked Questions What are Challenge Proceedings? Challenge Proceedings is the process by which a Supplier or Contractor may apply to the Office of Procurement Regulation (“the OPR”) for a review of a decision
- [Speeches & Other](https://oprtt.org/speeches-other/) - Speeches & Public Appearances Media Release for Sustainable Procurement Training Event (pdf) Download OPR/CAF Roundtable 2024 Feature Speech (pdf) Download TTTI Speech (pdf) Download iGov Speech
- [Public Information Campaigns](https://oprtt.org/public-information-campaigns/) - Public Information Campaigns Whistleblowing Print Ads Whistleblowing Radio Ads OPR Whistleblowing Ad OPR Whistleblowing Ad – DaddyDaughter OPR Whistleblowing Ad – Midnight Robber Whistleblowing TV Ads Ineligibility Campaign Ads Ineligibility Radio Ad Challenge Campaign Ads Challenge Radio Ad Challenge Proceedings Information Guide Complaints Campaign Ads Complaints Radio Ad Sustainable Procurement Campaign Ads
- [2024 Sessions](https://oprtt.org/2024-sessions/) - 2024 Sessions Resources The Procurement and Disposal Advisory Committee (pdf) Download OPR Sensitisation Session Regional Corporations – Simplified Procurement and Contract Reporting (pdf) Download OPR Simplified Procurement Reference Guide (pdf) Download
- [Videos](https://oprtt.org/videos/) - Video Gallery 22nd Meeting – JSC Finance and Legal Affairs – January 17, 2025 – Public Procurement System How to File a Challenge Best Practices for Public Procurement Reform – Panel & Roundtable Discussion – August 2024 7th Meeting – Public Accounts Committee – Jan 12, 2022 13th Public Meeting – JSC Finance and Legal
- [Applicant Suppliers/Contractors](https://oprtt.org/applicant-suppliers-contractors/) - Applicant Suppliers/Contractors How to file a Challenge? How to initiate Challenge Proceedings Checklist of Key documents for Applicants How to initiate Challenge Proceedings How to file a Challenge?The Hearing Rules and Procedure for Part V Challenge Proceedings sets out the prescribed Forms to be used in Challenge Proceedings. These Rules and Forms can be downloaded
- [Challenge Proceedings Flipbook](https://oprtt.org/challenge-proceedings-flipbook/) - Challenge Proceedings Flipbook
- [Rules and Procedures](https://oprtt.org/rules-and-procedures/) - Rules, Procedures and Forms Rules and Procedures Electronic Filing and Hearing Rules for Part V Challenge Proceedings V1 Download Hearing Rules and Procedures for Part V Challenge Proceedings V1 Download Forms Please Note: if you have submitted a prescribed form via
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- [About the Hearing Panel](https://oprtt.org/about-the-hearing-panel-2/) - About the Hearing Panel Who hears and determines Challenge proceedings? Powers of the Hearing Panel What the Hearing Panel does NOT do How can the Hearing Panel’s decisions be reviewed? Who hears and determines Challenge proceedings? The Hearing Panel is the tribunal set up by the OPR to hear and determine Challenge Proceedings. The Hearing
- [Ineligibility](https://oprtt.org/ineligibility/) - Ineligibility Proceedings What are Ineligibility Proceedings? It is the process by which a supplier, contractor or senior officer who has engaged in prohibited conduct is placed on an ineligibility list which has the effect of excluding them from participating in public procurement proceedings. Who is a Respondent for the purpose of Ineligibility Proceedings? Supplier or
- [Newsletters](https://oprtt.org/newsletters/) - Newsletters Procurement Buzz #11 – July 2023 (pdf) Download Procurement Buzz #10 – January 2023 (pdf) Download Procurement Buzz #9 – October 2022 (pdf) Download Procurement Buzz
- [Stage 2 - Tendering](https://oprtt.org/stage-2-tendering/) - Stage 2 - Tendering Resources Pre-Qualification and Pre-Selection (pdf) Download Electronic Procurement (pdf) Download General Guideline – Local Industry Development & Local Content (pdf) Download General Guidelines –
- [Contact](https://oprtt.org/contact/) - Contact Us Share Your Feedback Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *Email *Message *NameSubmit Get In Touch Reach Us Level 19, Tower D, Port of Spain International Waterfront Centre, 1A Wrightson Road, Port of Spain, Trinidad. D Colosseum Mall, Milford Road, Airport By-Pass Road, Crown Point, Tobago. feedback@opr.org.tt 1-868-627-4OPR 1-868-226-4OPR
- [Notices and Decisions](https://oprtt.org/notices-and-decisions/) - Notices and Decisions
- [FOIA Statements](https://oprtt.org/foia-statements/) - FOIA Statements OPR’s 2023 Public FOIA Statement (pdf) Download
- [General Guidelines - Sector Specific](https://oprtt.org/general-guidelines-sector-specific/) - General Guidelines - Sector Specific General Guidelines Procurement of Works (pdf) Download
- [2023 Sessions](https://oprtt.org/2023-sessions/) - 2023 Sessions Resources Launch of the Learning Management System (LMS) (pdf) Download Sensitisation Session – Ministry of Works and Transport (pdf) Download Sensitisation Session – Office of Ombudsman (pdf) Download Training Standards, Competence Levels and Certification
- [General Guidelines - Operational Framework](https://oprtt.org/general-guidelines-operational-framework/) - General Guidelines - Operational Framework Resources Framework for Internal Control for Procurement (pdf) Download Ethical Code of Conduct for Suppliers and Contractors (pdf) Download Ethical Code of Conduct for Public Bodies and Public Officers (pdf)
- [Tobago Session](https://oprtt.org/tobago-session/) - Registration Information The Office of Procurement Regulation will host engagement sessions with various stakeholder groups in Tobago from September 20th – 22nd, 2023. If you fall within the below stakeholder groups, please register using the respective link:STAKEHOLDER GROUP: Suppliers & ContractorsEVENT DATE & TIME: Wednesday 20th September, 2023 1PM to 4PMVENUE: Shaw Park Complex, ScarboroughREGISTRATION
- [Whistleblower](https://oprtt.org/whistleblowing/) - Whistleblower Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Welcome to the OPR Speak Up Line This service is provided through IntegrityCounts, a reporting system administered by Whistleblower Security, an independent company based out of our jurisdiction.The Whistleblower Programme is a safe, confidential way to
- [Standards](https://oprtt.org/standards/) - Standards Standards Guided by section 13 (1) (b) of the Act, The Office of Procurement Regulation is empowered to “set training standards, competence levels, and certification requirements to promote best practice in procurement ”.In setting this Standard the OPR’s goal is to support the development of public procurement capacity, training and dissemination of information, ensuring
- [Stage 4 - Contract Management](https://oprtt.org/stage-4-contract-management/) - Stage 4 - Contract Management Resources Management Monitoring of Procurement Contract (pdf) Download Record Keeping & Maintenance of Procurement Files (pdf) Download Procedural Templates Supplier-Contractor Appraisal Template Download
- [Complaints](https://oprtt.org/complaints/) - Complaints What is a complaint? A complaint is formal written statement of an allegation that bid rigging or other forms of collusion, an irregularity in procurement proceedings or a breach of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act No. 1 of 2015, as amended (“the Act”) has occurred. This is submitted to the
- [Challenge Proceedings](https://oprtt.org/challenge-proceedings-old/) - Challenge Proceedings What is a complaint? A complaint is formal written statement of an allegation that bid rigging or other forms of collusion, an irregularity in procurement proceedings or a breach of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act No. 1 of 2015, as amended (“the Act”) has occurred. This is submitted to
- [E-filing and Case Management System](https://oprtt.org/e-filing-and-case-management-system/) - E-Filing and Case Management System How to file documents and communicate with the OPR in relation to Challenge Proceedings Applicants Respondents Interested Parties Key points for all Parties How to file documents and communicate with the OPR in relation to Challenge Proceedings How to file documents and communicate with the OPR in relation to Challenge
- [Respondent Procuring Entities](https://oprtt.org/respondent-procuring-entities/) - Respondent Procuring Entites How to Defend a Challenge Checklist of Key documents for Respondents How to Defend a Challenge How can a procuring entity mitigate against the risk of a Challenge being brought against it? Comply with the requirements of the Act, Regulations, approved General or Special Guidelines and Handbooks as applicable; Conduct procurement proceedings
- [Interested Parties](https://oprtt.org/interested-parties/) - Interested Parties How to Join Challenge Proceedings as an Interested Party Checklist of Key documents for Interested Parties How to Join Challenge Proceedings as an Interested Party Who can join an ongoing Challenge proceeding as an Interested PartyThere are two (2) categories of Interested Parties:Any supplier or contractor participating in the procurement proceedings which relates
- [2022 Sessions](https://oprtt.org/2022-sessions/) - 2022 Sessions Resources Procurement in Action Session 6 – Developing your Procurement Strategy Download Procurement in Action Session 5 – Evaluation Methodology & Contract Management Download The Status of Public Procurement in Trinidad and Tobago (pdf)
- [2018 Sessions](https://oprtt.org/2018-sessions/) - 2018 Sessions Resources Draft Model Handbook (mp4) Download Stakeholder Consultation Workshops – Overview of the Special Guidelines (mp4) Download
- [2021 Sessions](https://oprtt.org/2021-sessions/) - 2021 Sessions Resources Developing Special Handbooks and Guidelines Download Developing the Annual Procurement Plan Webinar (pdf) Download Roll out of Training Standards, Competence Levels and Certification Requirements for
- [Past Live Streams (Tobago Sessions)](https://oprtt.org/past-live-streams-tobago-sessions/) - Tobago Sessions Resources Case Study – Tobago Session 2019 (pdf) Download Case Study Solution – Tobago Session 2019 (pdf) Download Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar Video Gallery Capacity Building Workshop
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- [2019 Capacity Building Workshop New Page](https://oprtt.org/2019-capacity-building-workshops/) - 2019 Events Resources Consolidated Presentations (pdf) Download Presentations for CEOs, Chairpersons and Accounting Officers Download Capacity Building Workshop, 2019 Consolidated Report for Participants (pdf) Download Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit
- [Recruitment Process & Tips](https://oprtt.org/recruitment-process-tips/) - Recruitment Process & Tips Who Are We How We Hire at The OPR Interview Tips Who Are We The OPR strives to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals based on merit, qualifications and ability. The OPR is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, nationality,
- [2020 Sessions](https://oprtt.org/2020-sessions/) - 2020 Sessions Resources Sensitisation Session for Ministry of Health (pdf) Download Sensitisation Session for Land Settlement Agency Download Sensitisation Session for T&TEC (pdf) Download Session #1 – Code
- [Reports Emerging from 2018 Workshops](https://oprtt.org/reports-emerging-from-2018-workshops-2/) - Reports Emerging from 2018 Workshops Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Trinidad Workshop Summary Report (pdf) Download Tobago Workshop Summary Report (pdf) Download
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## FAQs

- [Would the Office deal with issues as it relates to wrongful dismissal of Public Procurement Officers?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/would-the-office-deal-with-issues-as-it-relates-to-wrongful-dismissal-of-public-procurement-officers/) - Yes, there will be an independent mechanism for whistleblowing where you can report issues of wrongful dismissals as it pertains to breaches of the Act or any other related issue which may result in an investigation by the Office.
- [What safety measures are in place for refusing to conduct any procurement activity that is in contravention of the Act for persons that perform the duties of a Procurement Officer but is not the ‘Named’ Procurement Officer?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/what-safety-measures-are-in-place-for-refusing-to-conduct-any-procurement-activity-that-is-in-contravention-of-the-act-for-persons-that-perform-the-duties-of-a-procurement-officer-but-is-not-the/) - Section 40(a) provides that a person shall not be dismissed, suspended, demoted, disciplined, harassed, denied a benefit or otherwise negatively affected because –(a) he, acting in good faith and on the basis of a reasonable belief, has –(i) notified the DPP, the Police, the Integrity Commission or the Office that his employer or any other
- [With reference to estimation and value of procurement, section 32(1) of the Act, what exactly is splitting of procurement?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/with-reference-to-estimation-and-value-of-procurement-section-321-of-the-act-what-exactly-is-splitting-of-procurement/) - According to section 27 (1) (a) of the Act a procuring entity shall publish on its website or any other electronic format, information regarding all planned procurement activities for the following twelve months, no later than six (6) weeks after the approval of the National Budget. Therefore, you are required to indicate in your plan
- [How should the Procurement Officer treat with restricting an award of a contract to suppliers/contractors based on instructions?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/how-should-the-procurement-officer-treat-with-restricting-an-award-of-a-contract-to-suppliers-contractors-based-on-instructions/) - The Act defines bid rigging as “collusion between persons for the purpose of manipulating the proceedings”. As such, the Procurement Officer is strongly advised against manipulating any public procurement or disposal process to achieve a particular outcome. In accordance with section 60 of the Act, “a person who is involved in or participates in bid
- [Are there any provisions under The Act to address breaches by Suppliers/Contractors?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/are-there-any-provisions-under-the-act-to-address-breaches-by-suppliers-contractors/) - Section 59 of the Act addresses conduct influencing public officers. Specifically, section 59(7) states that “where aprocuring entity is satisfied that an inducement was offered, or any corrupt, fraudulent, collusive, coercive or obstructive practice was carried out in relation to a tender or proposal, the procuring entity shall reject or revoke the tender or proposal
- [Is responsibility assigned to a specific person for the keeping of procurement documents for auditing purposes? What is the result of non-production of documents and how does the OPR determine who is liable if the said documents are not produced?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/is-responsibility-assigned-to-a-specific-person-for-the-keeping-of-procurement-documents-for-auditing-purposes-what-is-the-result-of-non-production-of-documents-and-how-does-the-opr-determine-who-is/) - Section 46 of the Act states that “No person shall withhold, conceal, destroy or refuse to produce any book, record or document required for the purpose of an examination or investigation under this Act”. The Procurement Officer and the Accounting Officer are responsible for ensuring that the records for procurement proceedings are maintained for audit
- [Should every Division within the Tobago House of Assembly (THA) establish their own PDAC or should there be one across the THA as a whole and is there a stipulated time one should be a member on this committee?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/should-every-division-within-the-tobago-house-of-assembly-tha-establish-their-own-pdac-or-should-there-be-one-across-the-tha-as-a-whole-and-is-there-a-stipulated-time-one-should-be-a-member-on-this/) - The THA or a Division of the THA is identified as a public body under section 4 of The Act. As such, the THA and each Division of the THA ought to have a ‘Named’ Procurement Officer and should therefore also have a PDAC. If the Assembly decides to have one ‘Named’ Procurement Officer then
- [Who selects the PDAC committee?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/who-selects-the-pdac-committee/) - The Accounting Officer or equivalent selects the members of PDAC.
- [Can members who sit on the Disposal Committee also sit on PDAC?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/can-members-who-sit-on-the-disposal-committee-also-sit-on-pdac/) - Persons sitting on the Disposal Committee should not sit on the PDAC. This is to ensure that there is a segregation of duties and that internal controls are maintained. Of note, the Disposal Committee and the PDAC are two separate Committees. The Disposal Committee acts as an operational committee responsible for recommending the best method
- [Can you clarify if the penalties attached when breaching the Act are attached to the Procurement Officer alone?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/can-you-clarify-if-the-penalties-attached-when-breaching-the-act-are-attached-to-the-procurement-officer-alone/) - Section 61(3) of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act 2015 (as amended) (hereinafter referred to as ‘the Act’) states that “a reference in this Act to the commission of an offence by a public body shall be construed as a reference to the commission of an offence by the procurement officer referred
- [Will the composition of Procurement and Disposal Advisory Committee (PDAC) vary according to subject matter or are the appointments permanent?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/will-the-composition-of-procurement-and-disposal-advisory-committee-pdac-vary-according-to-subject-matter-or-are-the-appointments-permanent/) - The PDAC should consist of a minimum of three (3) persons. The OPR is suggesting (at a minimum) the following composition: (a) Corporate Secretary/Head of Legal; (b) Head of Finance; and (c) Subject Matter Expert. The Head of Legal and the Head of Finance may be established as permanent members of the PDAC. The third
- [With reference to the recommendation that legal be a permanent member of the PDAC, is it a conflict of interest having that said person who would have advised on and drafted contracts also be a member of PDAC?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/with-reference-to-the-recommendation-that-legal-be-a-permanent-member-of-the-pdac-is-it-a-conflict-of-interest-having-that-said-person-who-would-have-advised-on-and-drafted-contracts-also-be-a-member/) - Where a conflict of interest may arise, the public body must elect an alternate member of the Corporate Secretariat/Legal Department to sit on the PDAC. The OPR recommends that the Legal representative be the chairperson of the PDAC.
- [Is the subject matter expert developing the evaluation criteria and approving the evaluation reports as a member of PDAC?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/is-the-subject-matter-expert-developing-the-evaluation-criteria-and-approving-the-evaluation-reports-as-a-member-of-pdac/) - The PDAC does not approve evaluation reports or recommendations for awards. PDAC is a procedural safeguard set up to review and ensure that the evaluation committee followed the established procedures outlined in the public body’s approved Handbooks and Guidelines as well as the solicitation documents. Following the review, the PDAC will make a recommendation to
- [If there is only one legal representative, can they be on both the evaluation committee and the PDAC? If no, which of the two committees should they be placed in?](https://oprtt.org/ufaqs/if-there-is-only-one-legal-representative-can-they-be-on-both-the-evaluation-committee-and-the-pdac-if-no-which-of-the-two-committees-should-they-be-placed-in/) - The OPR recommends that public bodies that do not possess the requisite internal capabilities (more particularly in the high-risk/high-value contracts) should source the required competency from another public body or in the case of high value contracts, the public body may need to outsource these services and bring in persons with the relevant capabilities.

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