The Office of Procurement Regulation

12/03/2025

The Office of Procurement Regulation is pleased to have successfully hosted the Sustainable Procurement Training from February 10th-14th, 2025, with the participation of 40 attendees. The training was led by Ms. Barbara Morton, Director of Sustainable Procurement Limited, who hails from Scotland and has been a leader in sustainable procurement for over twenty years. This insightful session highlighted the economic impact of purchasing goods and services, demonstrating how sustainable procurement drives cost savings, value for money, and long-term economic growth. The Office remains committed to promoting responsible and ethical sourcing for a more sustainable future.

12/03/2025

Empowering Public Procurement Professionals!

The Office of Procurement Regulation (OPR), in partnership with the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF), successfully hosted a comprehensive training program in public procurement. Conducted by the globally recognized Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), this program equipped 119 public officers with the essential skills to conduct procurement proceedings effectively under the new public procurement regime.

On February 25th, 2025, we proudly celebrated the 119 successful graduates at a special graduation ceremony, marking a significant milestone in strengthening public procurement practices.

Congratulations to all the graduates!

27/02/2025

Important: Notice of Closure for both our Trinidad and Tobago Offices.

27/02/2025

Important: Notice of Closure for both Trinidad and Tobago Offices.

27/02/2025

Career Opportunity!

The Office of Procurement Regulation welcomes applicants for the following key position. Visit our website - https://oprtt.org/careers to view the full job description.

All applications should be submitted via email only to [email protected] quoting the Job Code in the email subject line, no later than March 13th, 2025 by 4:30PM.

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24/02/2025

Important: Notice of Office Closure on Wednesday 26th February, 2025.

24/02/2025

OPR in partnership with CAF - banco de desarrollo de América Latina y el Caribe enhance Public Procurement Capabilities for 119 Public Officers.

07/02/2025

Media Release: OPR Advances Sustainable Procurement Agenda Through Strategic Partnership with IDB

21/01/2025

The Office of Procurement Regulation is expanding! We are growing our team and are seeking talented professionals to join us.
Visit our website - https://oprtt.org/careers to view the full job descriptions.

All applications should be submitted via email only to [email protected] quoting the relevant Job Code in the email subject line, no later than 4:30 PM on February 4, 2025.

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21/01/2025

Public Notice: OPR optimistic about Public Procurement Reform Progress

17/01/2025

On 17th January, 2025 at 10:15am the Office of Procurement Regulation will appear before the Joint Select Committee on Finance and Legal Affairs for a second follow-up inquiry into the Implementation of the new Public Procurement System. We invite you to view this session using the following link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95jE9kQcxF0 as we expound on the developments and achievements of our organisation, post proclamation of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act, 2015 (as amended).

The proposed objectives of this inquiry are:
1. To examine the OPR’s effectiveness in executing its oversight and investigative functions in light of the full proclamation of the PPDPP Act;

2. To conduct a preliminary examination of the level of compliance of public bodies with the requirements of the public procurement legislative framework;

3. To assess the challenges that public bodies and the private sector are experiencing in implementing and adhering to the requirements of the Public Procurement legislative framework; and

4. To obtain further insights into the plans, strategies and initiatives that are being pursued across the public and private sectors to achieve a higher level of compliance with the requirements of the Public Procurement legislative framework.

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25/12/2024

Merry Christmas and Season's Greetings from the Board, Management and Staff of the OPR!

May the spirit of Christmas fill you with the joy, peace and love throughout this season!

24/12/2024

Public Notice: Change in Office Hours

06/12/2024

Calling all First Year Hugh Wooding Law School (HWLS) Students:

The Office of Procurement Regulation is now accepting applications for our HWLS In-Service Training Program 2025. See flyer for more details!

Application Deadline: December 13th, 2024 at 4PM

Hugh Wooding Law School Student Page
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25/11/2024

Career Opportunity!

The Office of Procurement Regulation welcomes applicants for the following key position. Visit our website - https://oprtt.org/careers to view the full job description.

All applications should be submitted via email only to [email protected] quoting the Job Code in the email subject line, no later than December 4th, 2024 by 4:30PM.
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20/11/2024

On November 8th, 2024, The Office of Procurement Regulation hosted The Procurement and Disposal Advisory Committee (PDAC) Webinar which plays a vital role in ensuring that procurement and disposal processes are conducted fairly, transparently, and in compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act, 2015, as amended, along with its associated Regulation and the Handbooks and Guidelines.

Link for Webinar can be found on YouTube here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PD6Hk-aqbxc

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13/11/2024

Career Opportunity!

The Office of Procurement Regulation welcomes applicants for the following key position. Visit our website - https://oprtt.org/careers to view the full job description.

All applications should be submitted via email only to [email protected] quoting the Job Code in the email subject line, no later than November 22nd, 2024 by 4:30PM.
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12/11/2024

The Office of Procurement Regulation is pleased to share important details to note when filing and defending a Challenge.

Video Tutorial Link- https://oprtt.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/How-to-file-a-Challenge-Video-Tutorial-2.mp4
Flipbook Link- https://oprtt.org/challenge-proceedings-flipbook/

Kindly note if further clarification is needed, you can submit all your questions to [email protected].

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