2.5.7 Was probity of the procurement process reviewed?

Two reports were prepared by the probity auditor and provided to the Secretary of DIIRD as outlined in Figure 2E.

Figure 2E MCCD probity audit reports

Date

Report

23 November 2005

Probity audit report up to the short-listing stage

20 February 2006

Final probity audit report at the completion of tender

Source: Victorian Auditor-General's Office analysis of DIIRD documents.

Both reports confirmed that the procurement process had been conducted in accordance with the probity principles established for the tender. The report was consistent with the format specified by the VGPB.

During interviews, the procurement advisor indicated that as the procurement process continued, any risks or issues arising were reported to the steering committee and were documented in the project and enterprise risk management plans.

Based on our inspection of the agencies' files, we are satisfied that appropriate records have been maintained on the various steps of the procurement process.

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