Goods or services that are technically complex or of a special nature and for which detailed specifications or specific requirements cannot be determined can be purchased from a single source. This statement is wrong.
Single-source procurement is a procurement method that is usually adopted in the following situations: when the purchased goods or services are technically complex, special in nature, or there are no similar products on the market, the purchaser It is difficult to determine detailed specifications or specific requirements. In this case, single-source procurement provides the purchaser with a reasonable alternative.
1. Technical complexity:
When the products or services to be purchased are highly technically complex and there are few or no similar products on the market, it may be difficult for the purchaser to Determine detailed technical specifications. At this time, choosing single-source procurement can ensure the smooth progress of the project and avoid delays in the procurement process due to difficulty in determining specifications.
2. Special nature:
Some products or services of special nature can only be provided by a few suppliers. For example, if there are only one or very few suppliers in the market that can provide certain unique medicines, special chemical raw materials, etc., the purchaser may choose to purchase them from a single source.
3. No competitors:
In some cases, because the number of suppliers is very small or there are no competitors in the market, it is difficult for purchasers to find them through bidding or competitive negotiations. Suitable choice. At this point, single-source sourcing may be the only option.
4. Special needs or customized products:
When a purchaser needs specially customized products or services and only a specific supplier can meet the needs, single source procurement can be selected. In this case, the particularity of the product or service determines that only a specific supplier can provide the product or service that meets the requirements.
5. Key parts or technology patents:
If certain key parts or technologies in the product have patent protection, and only a specific supplier owns the relevant production technology or patent rights, then The purchaser may only choose to purchase from a single source with this supplier.
It should be noted that when using single-source procurement, the purchaser should abide by relevant laws and regulations, fully demonstrate the rationality of choosing this method, and ensure that the procurement is fair, just and legal. The purchaser should explain in detail in the procurement documents the rationality and full demonstration process of selecting single-source procurement, as well as the supplier's qualifications, technical capabilities, etc., to ensure the transparency and legality of procurement activities.