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The Law and Economics of Framework Agreements: Designing Flexible Solutions for Public Procurement

The Law and Economics of Framework Agreements: Designing Flexible Solutions for Public Procurement

Author: Gian Luigi Albano; Caroline Nicholas
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9781107434981

Published In: December 2018
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only
Hardback Edition ISBN: 9781107077966

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Framework agreements have arisen in response to the well documented and high costs of public procurement procedures. The agreements have significant potential to improve procedural efficiency in public procurement, but are complex to operate. Inadequate preparation and implementation can also frustrate their potential both to tackle waste, abuse and corruption and to enhance value for money. In this enlightening book, Gian Luigi Albano and Caroline Nicholas look at the key decisions required for designing and using framework agreements, and address both legal and economic issues to give the reader a clear understanding of the planning, variables and flexibility needed for efficient implementation. This book will be of interest to policy makers, lawyers and public procurement practitioners who want to deepen their understanding of the legal and economic issues surrounding framework agreements.

Gives a thorough theoretical grounding for framework agreements, making this book accessible for both students and policy makers
Real-world case studies and examples are used throughout, so that readers can ground their learning in current events and developments
Suggests clear and practical solutions to the challenges faced by those designing framework agreements

Part I. Framework Agreements: Basic Definitions, Main Economic Forces and International Experience:

1. Introduction

2. Basic taxonomy of framework agreements

3. Some key economic dimensions in framework agreements

4. The economic analysis of framework agreements

5. International experience in framework agreements procedures

6. International experience on framework agreements operated by centralised purchasing agencies

Part II. Fostering Competition and Preventing Collusion in Framework Agreements:

7. Promoting effective competition and enhancing outcomes in framework agreements

8. Integrity concerns in framework agreements

9. Addressing risks of collusion

Part III. The Design of Framework Agreements: