Statistics on government contracting

Exceptions reported

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:
Exception Reference in the AIT
Unforeseen situation of urgency Article 506(11) (a)
Security or order, or protection of human, animal or plant life or health Article 506(11) (e)
Compatibility, exclusive rights, specialized products Article 506(12) (a)
Prototype or first good or service  Article 506(12) (h)
Regional and economic development  Article 508(1)
Non-conforming procurement policies and programs 
Annex 508.3



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Exceptions by government (PDF)

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