2018-07-06 Special Meeting Agenda

SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA      6 JULY 2018


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SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA                                                                 6 JULY 2018

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    | ¢ ) |   NOOSA                                                          Council Policy
    be i      Keelonroe                                  PROCUREMENT POLICY

   Corporate Plan Reference:                  Long term planning for Noosa Shire

   Endorsed by Council:                       6 July 2018
   Policy Author:                             Director Corporate Services

  POLICY BACKGROUND
  This document sets out Council’s policy for the procurement of goods and services (including the
  carrying out of works) and the disposal of assets. This policy applies to the procurement of all
  goods, equipment and related services, construction contracts and service contracts (including
  maintenance).
  The procurement of all Council goods and services must be carried out in compliance with the
  Local Government Act 2009 (the Act) and the Local Government Regulation 2012 (the Regulation).
  The purpose of this policy is:
  °    To facilitate the procurement of goods and services in the most cost-effective, timely and
        practical manner.
  ®    To ensure that Council complies with legislation and where appropriate, the State Procurement
        Policy.
  °    To ensure that all delegated officers have a clear understanding of their responsibilities.
  °    To maintain adequate internal control over all aspects of purchasing, supply and disposal.
  °    To ensure purchased works, goods and services contribute positively to Council’s delivery
        of quality infrastructure and services.

  Council’s procurement activities aim to achieve advantageous procurement outcomes by:
  °     promoting value for money with probity and accountability;
  ®     advancing Council’s economic, social and environmental policies;
  °     providing reasonable opportunity for competitive local businesses that comply with relevant
        legislation to supply to Council; and
  °     promoting compliance with relevant legislation.
  In accordance with the contracting provisions contained in Chapter 6 of the regulation, this policy
  incorporates relevant requirements regarding the procurement of goods and services and the
  carrying out of the sound contracting principles as stated in Section 104 of the Act.

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