Dictionary of Procurement Terms

Dictionary of Procurement Terms

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  • Purchasing/Procurement Ethics


    See Also: Ethics

  • Purchasing/Procuring Entity

    Any governmental body that is authorized to enter into contracts.

  • Push Strategy

    An attempt by manufacturers, wholesalers, and other distribution channels to motivate intermediaries to push the product down to their customers. (Business 2002)

  • PWS


    See Also: Performance Work Statement (PWS)
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