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Introduction to the Concepts of Probity

Presented by Kevin Donnelly CPA Principal, Probity and Procurement

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Some Definitions

• Probity – Goodness, decency, honesty, integrity, honour, virtue
• Ethics – from the Greek word ethos, meaning moral, decent,

upright, fair, just, proper, straightforward

• The two terms are very similar. Think of probity as being fair to

all – not giving one person an advantage over another.

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Why is Probity Important?

A breach of probity can:

• Lead to termination of a procurement process.
• Have the process stopped by an aggrieved party.
• Delay the project.
• Result in a sub-optimal outcome.
• Result in punitive damages against the State.
• Wasted resources for the State and respondents.
• Increased costs
• Cause reputational damage.

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WHAT IS EXPECTED OF PARTICIPANTS

• RESPECT THE FACT THAT THIS IS A CURRENT TENDERING PROCESS
• THE CONSORTIA ARE WORKING UNDER STRICT CONDITIONS OF A

PROBITY FRAMEWORK AND PLAN

• DO NOT SEEK INFORMATION THAT IS NOT PUBLICLY AVAILABLE
• RESPECT THE FACT THAT THE CONSORTIA ARE WORKING IN A

COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT

• NEVER SEEK TO OFFER OR OBTAIN INDUCEMENTS
• RESPECT THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF ANY INFORMATION YOU ARE

PROVIDED WITH.

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