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Indicator: Participants opinion

Evidence: Analysis of the evaluation forms shows that 100% of the respondents considered this objective to have been broadly achieved (score 3 or higher) and 87% considered this to be fully or substantially so (score 4 or 5).

Indicator: Presentation to the group – relevance, quality of the substance, quality of the form, time management, etc.

Evidence: The presentations under session 1 were pertinent and contributed to the overall success of the event. In correspondence with the heading and as a starting point, the main features, objectives and key principles of the GPA 2012 were presented in a comprehensible manner. Economic rationale for the liberalization of government procurement markets has been discussed setting up the scene for future discussions throughout the event. In addition, history of the GPA and its role in development and good governance were part of session 1.

Indicator: Results of quizzes, tests or exams

Evidence: One quiz has been developed covering all 8 sessions. Participants filled it in at the end of the course with the following results: Total N of participants eligible for a certificate - 78 Women - 46 Men - 32 Average score - 73% Max score - 100% Min score - 61%

Indicator: Participants opinion

Evidence: Analysis of the evaluation forms shows that 100% of the respondents considered this objective to have been broadly achieved (score 3 or higher) and 75% considered this to be fully or substantially so (score 4 or 5).

Indicator: Presentation to the group – relevance, quality of the substance, quality of the form, time management, etc.

Evidence: The aim of session 2 was to discuss the main elements of and flexibilities provided by the GPA 2012. Special attention was paid to the government procurement practices under the circumstances mandated by COVID-19. The case of the UK has been discussed in this regard.

Indicator: Results of quizzes, tests or exams

Evidence: One quiz has been developed covering all 8 sessions. Participants filled it in at the end of the course with the following results: Total N of participants eligible for a certificate - 78 Women - 46 Men - 32 Average score - 73% Max score - 100% Min score - 61%

Indicator: Participants opinion

Evidence: Analysis of the evaluation forms shows that 99% of the respondents considered this objective to have been broadly achieved (score 3 or higher) and 68% considered this to be fully or substantially so (score 4 or 5).

Indicator: Presentation to the group – relevance, quality of the substance, quality of the form, time management, etc.

Evidence: During this session, the implementation of the GPA 2012 was at the centre of discussion. Case studies of Moldova and Canada were explored showed the links of the GPA with wider policy issues such as the e-procurement and green procurement policies. The explicit synergies of the GPA 2012 and the UNCAC were presented by the WTO Secretariat and the UNODC experts complementing the understanding of how the GPA 2012 can be used as a tool to fight corruption in the government procurement area. Last but not least, measures for the detection and prevention of anti-competitive practices in government procurement have been explored.

Indicator: Results of quizzes, tests or exams

Evidence: One quiz has been developed covering all 8 sessions. Participants filled it in at the end of the course with the following results: Total N of participants eligible for a certificate - 78 Women - 46 Men - 32 Average score - 73% Max score - 100% Min score - 61%

Indicator: Participants opinion

Evidence: Analysis of the evaluation forms shows that 100% of the respondents considered this objective to have been broadly achieved (score 3 or higher) and 74% considered this to be fully or substantially so (score 4 or 5). With regard to the usefulness of the breakout session No 1, analysis of the evaluation forms shows that 96% of the respondents considered it to have been satisfactory (score 3 or higher) and 70% considered the usefulness to be high or excellent (score 4 or 5).

Indicator: Presentation to the group – relevance, quality of the substance, quality of the form, time management, etc.

Evidence: This session was organized to inform the participants about the market access opportunities granted by the GPA to its Parties. The WTO e-GPA gateway, using which it is possible to gain access to the information about the GPA coverage of the Parties, was presented. Participants were also tasked with an assignment to be completed using the information provided in the e-GPA while working in small groups during a live breakout session.

Indicator: Results of quizzes, tests or exams

Evidence: One quiz has been developed covering all 8 sessions. Participants filled it in at the end of the course with the following results: Total N of participants eligible for a certificate - 78 Women - 46 Men - 32 Average score - 73% Max score - 100% Min score - 61%

Indicator: Participants opinion

Evidence: Analysis of the evaluation forms shows that 99% of the respondents considered this objective to have been broadly achieved (score 3 or higher) and 74% considered this to be fully or substantially so (score 4 or 5). With regard to the usefulness of the breakout session No 2, analysis of the evaluation forms shows that 92% of the respondents considered it to have been satisfactory (score 3 or higher) and 67% considered the usefulness to be high or excellent (score 4 or 5).

Indicator: Presentation to the group – relevance, quality of the substance, quality of the form, time management, etc.

Evidence: The module started with the description of the requirements related to the domestic enforcement of the GPA 2012 rules followed by practical examples of implementation in the US and Switzerland. The module was concluded by a presentation explaining the GPA 2012 enforcement under the DSU rules. Another breakout session was organized where the participants were asked to compare their national legislation with the requirements of the GPA 2012 and present their main findings in a virtual plenary room.

Indicator: Results of quizzes, tests or exams

Evidence: One quiz has been developed covering all 8 sessions. Participants filled it in at the end of the course with the following results: Total N of participants eligible for a certificate - 78 Women - 46 Men - 32 Average score - 73% Max score - 100% Min score - 61%

Indicator: Participants opinion

Evidence: Analysis of the evaluation forms shows that 98% of the respondents considered this objective to have been broadly achieved (score 3 or higher) and 75% considered this to be fully or substantially so (score 4 or 5).

Indicator: Presentation to the group – relevance, quality of the substance, quality of the form, time management, etc.

Evidence: Session 6 aimed at describing the process and procedure of acceding to the GPA 2012. It was detailed and comprehensive considering that the vast majority of the participants were coming from WTO Members that are still not Parties to the GPA. Special and differential treatment for developing and least developed countries wishing to accede to the Agreement has been the focus of a separate presentation. In addition, the session touched upon the strategy of accession, economic rationale and ways of building domestic support from different stakeholders.

Indicator: Results of quizzes, tests or exams

Evidence: One quiz has been developed covering all 8 sessions. Participants filled it in at the end of the course with the following results: Total N of participants eligible for a certificate - 78 Women - 46 Men - 32 Average score - 73% Max score - 100% Min score - 61%

Indicator: Participants opinion

Evidence: Analysis of the evaluation forms shows that 100% of the respondents considered this objective to have been broadly achieved (score 3 or higher) and 68% considered this to be fully or substantially so (score 4 or 5). With regard to the usefulness of the roundtable discussion on GPA accession negotiation strategies, analysis of the evaluation forms shows that 90% of the respondents considered it to have been satisfactory (score 3 or higher) and 61% considered the usefulness to be high or excellent (score 4 or 5).

Indicator: Presentation to the group – relevance, quality of the substance, quality of the form, time management, etc.

Evidence: Session 7 looked at the GPA 2012 in a broader policy context and showws how it relates to e.g. trade in general, competition, IP and public health. The GPA 2012 has also been described as a "template" for many government procurement chapters in RTAs and has clear links with the recent WB procurement guidelines, all of which was explored within the scope of this session. A live roundtable discussion involving national experts has also been organized to discuss different negotiation strategies when acceding to the GPA.

Indicator: Results of quizzes, tests or exams

Evidence: One quiz has been developed covering all 8 sessions. Participants filled it in at the end of the course with the following results: Total N of participants eligible for a certificate - 78 Women - 46 Men - 32 Average score - 73% Max score - 100% Min score - 61%

Indicator: Participants opinion

Evidence: Analysis of the evaluation forms shows that 99% of the respondents considered this objective to have been broadly achieved (score 3 or higher) and 71% considered this to be fully or substantially so (score 4 or 5).

Indicator: Presentation to the group – relevance, quality of the substance, quality of the form, time management, etc.

Evidence: Session 8 was the concluding session of the event that took a holistic approach when looking at the GPA from a historical point of view while also restating what has been discussed in session 1: the importance of the GPA for economic development, good governance and efficient procurement procedures. The session also included a closing live event with a dedicated section for a Q&A where the participants raised inter alia content-related questions.

Indicator: Results of quizzes, tests or exams

Evidence: One quiz has been developed covering all 8 sessions. Participants filled it in at the end of the course with the following results: Total N of participants eligible for a certificate - 78 Women - 46 Men - 32 Average score - 73% Max score - 100% Min score - 61%