Raphael Warjri

IIM Shillong, through its renowned Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Centre for Policy
Research and Analysis successfully organized a comprehensive three-day
training program on " Procurement of Goods, Works, and Non-Consultancy
Services under the World Bank Financed Projects" from 7th to 9th December
2023.
The training program, designed to enhance expertise in procurement processes,
covered a spectrum of crucial topics. These included procurement strategies for
goods, works, and non-consulting services, approved selection methods, market
approaches, various contract types, and the utilization of the Model
Procurement Document (MPD) for civil works. Participants also delved into bid
evaluation, red flag identification, complaint handling, standstill periods, and
the systematic tracking of exchanges in procurement (STEP).
Distinguished trainers and consultants from the World Bank, including
luminaries such as Mr. Satya Panda, Mr. Shivendra Kumar, and Mr. Kumar
Sivaramakrishnan, led the sessions, bringing invaluable insights and global
perspectives to the training.
During the Inaugural session, Dr. Sanjeev Ningombam, the Centre Coordinator
of the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Centre for Policy Research and Analysis,
welcomed the participants and emphasized the pivotal role of the training in
developing essential skills for effective project management under the World Bank
financing.
During his inaugural address, Prof. D. P. Goyal, Director, IIM Shillong,
highlighted the perpetual importance of acquiring new skills and staying
updated through continuous learning. Prof. Goyal expressed IIM Shillong's
commitment to providing high-quality training and education accessible to
individuals from all walks of life. He commended the Dr. Kalam Centre's
training program for its potential to enhance efficiency in delivering World
Bank-funded projects.
The training program attracted participation from 31 officers representing ten
departments and implementing agencies engaged in World Bank-funded
projects. This diverse group of professionals found immense value in the
specialized knowledge imparted during the sessions, contributing to their
enhanced capabilities in managing and executing projects financed by the
World Bank.