The Top five Procurement Mistakes to avoid in Liberia

Title:

 Top 5 Procurement Mistakes to Avoid in Liberia (And How to Fix Them)

Author: Bright Minds Consultancy

📅 Date: May 13, 2025 

Introduction 

Public procurement in Liberia is critical to development and governance. However, many professionals and organizations continue to repeat common mistakes that lead to delays, audit queries, and compliance issues. Whether you're in the public sector, NGO space, or private firm, avoiding these procurement pitfalls can improve your results and reputation.

Top 5 Mistakes in Procurement (and How to Fix Them)

1. Lack of Proper Procurement Planning.

 Often, institutions skip creating an annual procurement plan or update it irregularly. This leads to rushed decisions and poor resource use.

 Fix: Learn how to create an annual procurement plan aligned with your budget and priorities. (Enroll in our Procurement Planning Course.)

2. Ignoring PPCC Compliance

 Procurement officers and entities in Liberia ignore the thresholds and methods prescribed by the Public Procurement and Concessions Commission (PPCC), which can lead to contract cancellation or audit penalties.

Fix: Get trained on PPCC thresholds, procurement methods, and key compliance steps. (Join our Public Procurement Compliance Training.)

3. Poor Supplier Evaluation

Some entities choose suppliers based only on price, neglecting delivery time, experience, and quality assurance.

Fix: Learn supplier evaluation techniques using technical and financial scoring models. (Sign up for our Supplier Selection Course.)

4. Weak Contract Management

Without clear contract timelines, deliverables, and monitoring, many organizations experience delays or legal disputes.

Fix: Master contract management frameworks that improve accountability and reduce risk. (Explore our Contract Management Certificate.)

5. Limited Staff Capacity

Procurement teams that lack modern training struggle to meet organizational goals or donor expectations. Fix: Upskill your team with short-term online courses from Bright Minds. (See our full course list.)

Key Takeaway:

Avoiding these mistakes starts with knowledge and action. Bright Minds Consultancy offers Liberia-focused procurement training designed for real-world results.