Keep Procurement Fair

Why Rotating Probity Advisors is Key to Integrity and Fresh Perspectives

Probity advisors play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and fairness of any procurement or tender process. They provide independent and objective advice to the procurement team, and help to identify and manage any potential conflicts of interest.

While probity advisors play a critical role in the procurement process, it is also important to rotate them on a regular basis. There are several reasons why rotation of probity advisors is crucial to the success of a procurement process.

Fresh Perspective

By rotating probity advisors, you can bring new ideas and perspectives to the procurement process. New advisors may be able to identify risks or issues that were not previously considered, and may be able to offer innovative solutions to problems.

Improved Objectivity

Probity advisors must remain impartial and objective throughout the procurement process. However, if they remain in the same role for an extended period of time, there is a risk that they may become too familiar with the procurement team or suppliers, which could compromise their objectivity. By rotating probity advisors, you can help to maintain their independence and ensure that their advice remains objective.

Reduced Conflicts of Interest

If a probity advisor remains in the same role for an extended period of time, they may develop relationships or conflicts of interest with suppliers or other stakeholders. This could potentially undermine the integrity of the procurement process. By rotating probity advisors, you can help to mitigate the risk of conflicts of interest and ensure that the procurement process remains fair and transparent.