Buying AI: Tips and tools for public procurement
A practical, plain-language guide offering public-sector procurement and technology teams actionable tools and best practices for procuring AI responsibly and effectively.
The guide draws on insights from over 50 public-sector practitioners to help agencies navigate the complexities of AI procurement — from initial readiness and vendor evaluation to contract design, risk management, and ongoing oversight.
It provides a procurement-pathways framework (off-the-shelf tools, customized solutions, or full-build AI systems), concrete checklists and decision-making guidance, and encourages outcomes-focused, agile contracting rather than rigid specifications — helping governments avoid expensive failures and align AI purchases with public-value goals.
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