What do exempted utilities under Article 3 have to do to demonstrate openness and fairness in their contracting arrangements?

CIPS_Expert 13 February 2013 12:45 2

There is no case law to give guidance but a utility should ensure that its practices are defensible in the light of the requirements for competitive procurement and non-discrimination.

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