PROCUREMENT PROCESS DOCUMENT
1. Purpose:
This document outlines the standard procurement process to ensure
efficient, transparent, and compliant acquisition of goods and services within
the organization.
   2. Scope:
Applicable to all departments and stakeholders involved in procurement
activities across the organization.
   3. Objectives:
To procure quality goods and services at the best value.
To maintain transparency and fairness in supplier selection.
To ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
   4. Procurement Process Steps:
Step 1: Identification of Needs
Initiating department identifies the requirement.
Prepare a detailed specification or scope of work.
Confirm budget availability and obtain necessary internal approvals.
Step 2: Requisition Submission
Create and submit a Purchase Requisition (PR) in the procurement system.
Include product/service description, quantity, estimated cost, delivery date,
and justification.
Step 3: Requisition Review and Approval
Procurement/Finance team reviews the PR.
Approvals obtained based on delegated authority thresholds.
Step 4: Supplier Identification & Selection
Use existing vendors (preferred list) or initiate new supplier search.
Request for Quotation (RFQ), Proposal (RFP), or Tender (RFT) issued,
depending on value and complexity.
Evaluate bids based on price, quality, lead time, and vendor capability.
Select supplier and document the decision-making process.
Step 5: Purchase Order (PO) Creation
Create a formal Purchase Order referencing the selected quotation/proposal.
PO reviewed and approved by authorized personnel.
Send PO to the selected vendor for acknowledgment.
Step 6: Order Fulfillment
Supplier delivers goods/services as per PO terms.
Receiving department inspects and verifies delivery (quantity and quality).
Discrepancies, if any, reported and resolved.
Step 7: Invoice Processing & Payment
Supplier submits invoice referencing PO and delivery note.
Three-way match conducted: PO, invoice, and goods receipt.
Upon successful match, Finance processes payment as per agreed terms.
Step 8: Record Keeping and Audit
All procurement documents (PR, PO, quotations, approvals, invoices) stored
in the system.
Maintain audit trail for compliance and reporting.
   5. Roles & Responsibilities:
Role Responsibilities
Requisitioner     Identifies need, prepares and submits PR