What are the steps in
the contract process?
Establish the
contract
Crown Contracts
Confidentiality Policy
Managing the
contract
What are the
steps in the contract process?
Establish the contract
Depending on the value and complexity of the
purchase and its business
category, a contract may be established by using a letter of
acceptance, issuing a Purchase Order, paying for the goods, service
or works provided, or using a formal agreement including specific
conditions of contract.
For further information on what type of
contract is used and when, see establishing the contract.
Crown Contracts
Confidentiality Policy
The Crown Contracts Confidentiality Policy
applies to all contracts entered into by agencies. The policy
provides that in any contract between the Crown and another party,
confidentiality requirements in relation to the provisions of the
contract are not to be included unless an exemption has been
approved as being in the public interest. An agency negotiating
with a supplier may apply to the Crown Contracts Confidentiality
Standing Committee for an exemption. Further information is
available from the Treasury Publication, Crown Contracts
Confidentiality Policy, located on the Treasury Website at
www.treasury.tas.gov.au>Publications and from the Frequently Asked Questions on this matter.
Managing the contract
The contract documentation should clearly
outline the contract responsibilities of the contractor and the government
agency. If used, the Conditions of Contract will address how to
handle variations, monitoring outcomes, disputes, extensions and
payment.
For further information, see Managing the Contract.
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