14.2 Use of Probity Practitioners

Probity Practitioners can assist the PPP project by undertaking one or more of the following roles:

• independent assessment and/or advice throughout the procurement process as to whether processes have been properly managed and completed in accordance with requirements;

• ongoing independent advice on probity issues; and

• an independent and appropriate sign-off, at designated milestones in the process, on probity requirements.

The Probity Practitioner is commonly an observer in dealings between bidders and the procurement team, such as at presentations and interviews. The Probity Practitioner should also be available generally to answer questions and provide advice to the procurement team, Project Steering Committee or senior staff of a department or agency.