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An overview of the budget available for procurement and vendor management, helping to ensure cost-effective contract negotiations
1. Overview
This section provides an overview of SayPro’s budget allocation and forecast for procurement and vendor management activities during the first quarter. It is designed to assist in guiding cost-conscious decisions, ensuring the financial sustainability of projects, and supporting compliant and value-driven contract negotiations.
2. Total Procurement Budget Allocation for Q1
Category
Allocated Budget (ZAR)
Purpose
Goods Procurement
R2,500,000
Equipment, materials, technology
Services Procurement
R5,200,000
Training, consulting, logistics
Event Management
R1,000,000
Venues, catering, logistics (e.g., Women Empowerment Summit)
Software and Licensing
R1,500,000
E-learning platform, digital tools
Vendor Management & Auditing
R300,000
SLA reviews, performance audits
Total Available
R10,500,000
For Q1 contract-related procurement
Note: Budget allocations are subject to periodic review and may shift depending on project implementation velocity and re-prioritization.
3. Project-Specific Budget Forecasts
Project/Initiative
Estimated Contract Value (ZAR)
Forecast Type
Comments
Skills Development Program – Phase II
R1,200,000
Confirmed
Contract renewal with minor adjustments
E-Learning Platform Upgrade
R2,000,000
Confirmed
Major vendor contract, long-term cost
Youth Employment Incubator Expansion
R500,000
Tentative
RFQ stage, awaiting supplier selection
Community Health Outreach
R750,000
Tentative
Budgeted for full logistics tender
Women Empowerment Summit
R1,000,000
Confirmed
Multi-vendor procurement for March 2025
Digital Skills Training
R1,500,000
Forecast
To be finalized by mid-February
Skills Accreditation Campaign
R800,000
Forecast
Pending SCM and program sign-off
4. Budget Efficiency and Cost-Saving Targets
Target Area
Q1 Goal
Action Plan
Cost Savings in Vendor Negotiations
8% below quoted average
Benchmark pricing, competitive bidding
Value-Added Services
At least 3 contracts to include additional benefits
Negotiate free training, extended warranties
Improved Payment Terms
Secure 60-day payment terms for 50% of vendors
Prioritized for contracts >R500,000
SME Inclusion
30% of procurement spend to go to SMEs
Actively source and onboard Level 1–2 B-BBEE suppliers
5. Key Financial Oversight Mechanisms
Monthly Budget Utilization Reports Prepared by Finance and shared with SCM and Project Leads. These ensure ongoing alignment between spend and budget.
Quarterly Financial Review Sessions Next session scheduled: 18 March 2025 Includes contract managers, finance, and executive program teams.
Procurement Plan Adjustments Triggered by major underspend/overspend alerts, reviewed every 4 weeks.
6. Risk Analysis: Budget-Related Challenges
Risk
Likelihood
Impact
Mitigation Strategy
Supplier quotes exceed budget
Medium
High
Use RFQs and open tenders to drive competition
Delayed project start = unspent funds
High
Medium
Roll-over strategy and accelerated procurement in following quarter
Budget misalignment with implementation priorities
Medium
High
Frequent coordination meetings between Finance, SCM, and Implementation
