The Challenge Proceedings Lab
Thursday, 20th March 2025 | 9:00 AM - Finish
Join the 2025 Cohort of Next Generation Procurement Leaders & Probity
Advisors - at the forefront of procurement excellence in Trinidad and
Tobago
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The Challenge Proceedings Lab
The Challenge Proceedings Lab: Into the Mind of the OPR (LL0125) is an immersive, interactive, in-person, learning experience. The Learning Lab provides participants with a critical introduction to the emerging specialist field of Procurement Dispute Resolution (PDR) and the expert strategies and insights into the Challenge Proceedings framework introduced by Part V of the Trinidad and Tobago Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act, 2015 (as amended).
Analysing the OPR decisions to date, the Challenge Proceedings Lab offers a unique opportunity to delve into the mind of the OPR, providing participants with a significant advantage in the evolving landscape of public procurement in Trinidad and Tobago.
The lab combines expert insights, practical strategies, and exclusive resources to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of the new procurement challenge proceedings successfully.
Why does it matter?
In an environment where procurement processes are increasingly under scrutiny, understanding the legal and procedural nuances of Challenge
Proceedings is crucial. Participants will leave equipped with the tools, strategies, and insider knowledge to navigate risks, defend evaluation
decisions, and leverage negotiation opportunities effectively. Missing the Challenge Proceedings Lab could mean losing the opportunity for
competitive edge in providing specialist advice in this complex area of procurement governance
Topic Overview
DECODING THE LEGAL FRAMEWORK FOR CHALLENGE PROCEEDINGS
In-depth analysis of Part V of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act, 2015 (as amended)
Examination of the Challenge Proceedings Regulations, 2021
Review of OPR Challenge Proceedings Rules and Guidelines
Preparing the Challenge (Checklists, Forms & Procedures)
Defending the Challenge (Checklists, Forms & Procedures)
DEFENDING THE EVALUATION
Simplifying the Evaluation Regulations 2021, OPR Handbooks and Guidelines on Evaluation
Strategies for mastering the defence of evaluation decisions including
what you should know before you even establish your evaluation
criteria
6 key steps for establishing a robust evaluation process
Navigating OPR's enhanced powers and associated risks
Understanding and leveraging the standstill period effectively
Identifying a flawed process – what to look for
Establishing and maintaining the Record of Procurement Proceedings
(Record of Procurement Proceedings Regulations 2021)
THE MIND OF THE OPR
Comprehensive analysis of OPR's Challenge Proceedings decisions to date
Identifying interpretation patterns and focus areas
Distinguishing Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) from Challenge Proceedings Rules
BEYOND THE OPR: COURTS AND ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION
The role of courts in Challenge Proceedings – when and how court action may arise
The role of ADR in Challenge Proceedings - exploring negotiation, mediation and rapid bid dispute resolution possibilities before and during the Challenge
The role of Probity Auditors and Advisors
Understanding the interplay between OPR decisions, rights of appeal and judicial review
Who should attend?
This Learning Lab is tailored for public sector professionals, bidders, suppliers, legal practitioners, and compliance officers who want to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving field of public procurement. Whether you are an Accounting Officer, a Procurement Officer, a member of a Procurement and Disposal Advisory Committee (PDAC) or the board, this lab is your gateway to mastering the intricacies of the challenge process and avoiding costly pitfalls.
Public sector professionals involved in procurement
Bidders and suppliers seeking to understand their rights under the new Act
Legal professionals and lawyers wanting to provide specialist advice in procurement law
Compliance officers and risk management professionals
Accounting Officers, Named Procurement Officers, Members of the Procurement, Disposal and Advisory Committee (PDAC)
Directors of State-Owned Enterprises
“By participating in this Learning Lab, you're not just acquiring information about challenge proceedings – you're investing in a transformative experience that will build your specialization as a procurement law expert, enhance your organization's procurement practices, reduce cost, reputational, and litigation risks, and increase overall efficiency.”
Who We Are
LEX CARIBBEAN ATTORNEYS-AT-LAW
Lex Caribbean Attorneys-at-Law is a full-service regional law firm with decades of experience in transactional advice, litigation, governance advisory, and risk mitigation. With its investment in deep expertise in procurement law and dispute resolution, Lex Caribbean’s attorneys have successfully advised state enterprises, ministries, and corporations on high-profile procurement challenges and regulatory compliance issues.
PC+ ACADEMY
PC+ Academy is dedicated to simplifying procurement governance, fostering compliance, and enhancing public sector procurement performance. As the successor to the Caribbean Procurement Institute (2006-2017), we continue the legacy of providing world-class, culturally-relevant procurement training, capacity building and advisory services across the region.
TOGETHER, THE PC+ ACADEMY AND LEX CARIBBEAN BRING AN UNMATCHED COMBINATION OF LEGAL, REGULATORY, AND STRATEGIC PROCUREMENT EXPERTISE TO THIS LAB, ENSURING THAT PARTICIPANTS GAIN ACTIONABLE INSIGHTS INTO REAL-WORLD PROCUREMENT COMPLIANCE AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION.
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Cohort of Next-Generation Procurement Leaders
Learning Lab Certification
Participants will also receive a CPD accredited Introduction to Procurement Dispute Resolution (PDR) (Trinidad and Tobago Edition) Certificate after attendance at the live seminar day and successful completion of an online assessment within 90 days of the love Learning Lab.
Limited Availability – Act Now!
Space is limited to ensure an optimal learning experience and personalized attention. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a competitive edge and position yourself and your organization as leaders in the field of public procurement.
