Agencies have authority to enter into any procurement arrangement consistent with its terms of accreditation. Where an agency intends to enter into any procurement arrangement which is inconsistent with its terms of accreditation, it must follow the processes established by the Board from time to time (currently Board Direction 2013-03). As a first step, the agency should consider whether an accredited agency within its cluster can make the purchase.
Except for construction, if procurement by an accredited agency within a cluster is not possible, an agency is required to refer a proposed procurement to the Department of Finance, Services and Innovation (DFSI). Usually the agency will be requested to submit a procurement strategy, including full details and any specifications of the procurement. DFSI will consider the submission and, if endorsed, provide concurrence or approval for the proposed approach. Approval may be sought from the Board where DFSI considers it appropriate to do so.