Question 1:

(a) Explain the term ‘framework agreement' in the context of public procurement.

(b) Discuss the benefits of aggregation of some items in public procurement in Mauritius. What are the potential dangers of aggregation? Identify the key issues that decision makers should consider during the development of such strategy.

Question 2:

In recent years many countries have started recognising procurement as a strategic profession rather than simply an administrative function. Explain the implications of this shift and discuss the contributions that such an approach will make to the public sector in Mauritius.