What are the key procurement requirements for local governments in Western Australia?
Local governments in Western Australia must follow procurement requirements designed to promote transparency, accountability and value for money. These include public tender requirements for contracts over $250,000, purchasing policies for lower-value contracts, appropriate processes for pre-qualified supplier panels, and clear record-keeping and ethical procurement practices. Non-compliance can lead to administrative sanctions, audits, contractual disputes and, in serious cases involving fraud, bribery or corruption, criminal consequences.
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