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The Economy
The Government Logistics Department is the government's procurement agent for certain goods and related services. It normally purchases through competitive tendering to meet user departments' needs at the best possible value for money, taking account of lifetime cost, reliability of supply and, where appropriate, environmental friendliness. In 2016, the department awarded contracts amounting to $2.64 billion, procuring goods and related services from 21 countries and territories, including Hong Kong.
To facilitate sourcing and market research, the department maintains supplier lists for different categories of goods and services. It publishes notices for open tenders on the internet and notifies suppliers on the relevant supplier lists. For procurements covered by the WTO GPA, tender notices are also published in the Government Gazette. Consulates and overseas trade commissions are informed where appropriate. Bidders may download tender documents and submit tender offers online.
Websites
Economic Analysis and Business Facilitation Unit, Financial Secretary's Office: www.eabfu.gov.hk Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (The Treasury Branch): www.fstb.gov.hk/tb/en Government Logistics Department: www.gld.gov.hk
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