Supply Chain Management
Procurement
Procurement occurs following the development of a supply plan as part of the quantification process. Health systems or programs can procure commodities from international, regional, or local supply sources. Procurement should follow a specific set of rules and procedures to ensure an open and transparent process. The following resources provide an overview of the procurement process as well as guides and examples for designing and implementing a procurement plan.
Documents
This presentation provides an explanation of the procurement process for reproductive health commodities.
This guide outlines the requirements needed for effective procurement of medicines and supplies, following the processes of forecasting and quantification. The guide was created with the assistance of John Snow Inc. and the Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance in Guatemala.
This manual is intended for government staff responsible for procurement of medicines and health supplies at national and regional levels. The manual provides a guide for standardizing the process of purchasing medicines and health supplies.