From local government all the way up to federal agencies, the public sector often has a tough time working closely with the private sector, and understanding its needs. Regulations, fear of appearing to violate a code of conduct, there are many barriers to strong buyer-supplier relationships at work.
This report from the National Institute of Government Procurement (NIGP) tackles the always difficult-to-navigate nature of government and supplier relationships, offering recommended practices for a number of scenarios during and outside the bidding process.
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