THE PUBLIC PURCHASING ACT AND REGULATIONS

THE PUBLIC PURCHASING ACT AND REGULATIONS
In New Brunswick the procurement of goods and services by central government departments and agencies, certain crown corporations, municipalities, regional landfill corporations, universities, schools and hospitals is governed by the Public Purchasing Act and its regulations. This legislation defines the tendering process which must be used, exemptions, etc. and lists all covered organizations. For central government departments and agencies as well as schools, the Minister of Supply and Services is responsible for all goods and services procurement. The Central Purchasing Branch of the Department of Supply and Services is responsible for conducting the procurement process on behalf of the Minister. Other covered bodies are responsible for conducting their own procurements as prescribed by the legislation.

To obtain official copies of the Act and Regulations contact:

The Queen's Printer
Department of Justice
P.O. Box 6000
Fredericton, NB
E3B 5H1
Phone: 453-2520
Fax: 457-7899