PROCUREMENT SERVICES	09/08/2005
	A well-functioning procurement system achieves the objectives of transparency, competition, economy and efficiency, fairness and accountability. Good practices reduce cost and produce timely results; poor practices lead to waste and delays. Efficiency and transparency of public procurement systems constitute an important component of Public Sector Management. We are conscious of the increased importance for our customers of ensuring that adequate procurement policies, procedures and practices contribute to successful implementation of projects and programmes. Our emphasis is placed on careful planning, transparency, fair competition and value for money. The Contract Management Department in Grontmij | Carl Bro has specialized in provision of advisory and direct procurement services related both to capacity and institutional building as well as to the implementation process. Fully independent of supplier and contractor interests, we provide a readily available mix of specialised skills, competence and experience encompassing institutional, strategic, operational and tactical aspects of procurement. Our highly trained procurement experts have accumulated wide experience in international tendering and procurement procedures. They are knowledgeable in all internationally recognised conditions of contract and procurement guidelines. And being part of a large multidisciplinary consulting organisation, our experts benefit from direct access to specialist know-how within a range of expertise areas.