Chapter Five (Procurement) of the AIT outlines instances in which governments may use procurement procedures that are different than those prescribed by the Chapter. Governments are required to report on
certain of these exceptions as outlined below:
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Reference in the AIT |
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| Unforeseen situation of urgency |
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Article 506(11) (a) |
| Security or order, or protection of human, animal or plant life or health |
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Article 506(11) (e) |
| Compatibility, exclusive rights, specialized products |
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Article 506(12) (a) |
| Prototype or first good or service |
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Article 506(12) (h) |
| Regional and economic development |
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Article 508(1) |
Non-conforming procurement policies and programs
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Annex 508.3 |
Exceptions by year (PDF)
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