Public procurement is a key driver of public spending, economic growth, and sustainable development but is vulnerable to risks like corruption and mismanagement. Transparency, oversight, and citizen engagement help, but addressing these risks requires collaboration between governments, businesses, and civil society. The Integrity Pact (IP), developed by Transparency International, fosters transparency and integrity in procurement through agreements between contracting authorities and bidders, with independent civil society oversight.

Implemented in 28+ countries, IPs improve procurement integrity for various projects. Transparency International’s blueprint offers practical guidance for effective IP design, execution, and monitoring to safeguard high-value public contracts.