Procurement of Health Sector Goods
Procurement of Health Sector Goods

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Publisher: World Bank Publications

Published: 2001-01-01

Total Pages: 238

ISBN-13: 9780821349342

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These Standard Bidding Documents (SBD) and its companion Technical Note (TN) have been prepared by the World Bank for use by borrowers and their implementing agencies in the procurement of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and condoms through international competitive bidding (ICB). For the purpose of these documents, pharmaceuticals also include nutritional supplements and oral and injectable hormonal forms of contraception. The procedures and practices presented in these SBD have been developed through broad international experience and are mandatory for use in projects that are financed in whole or in part by the World Bank in accordance with the provisions of the latest edition of Guidelines: Procurement under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits. The purpose of the TN is to provide background information to the Bank's project staff and borrowers, about the complex issues in the procurement of health sector goods and to help them make well-informed decisions in each special situation.

Promoting Access to Medical Technologies and Innovation - Intersections between Public Health, Intellectual Property and Trade.
Promoting Access to Medical Technologies and Innovation - Intersections between Public Health, Intellectual Property and Trade.

Author: World Intellectual Property Organization

Publisher: WIPO

Published: 2020-07-28

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 9280531743

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This study seeks to reinforce the understanding of the interplay between the distinct policy domains of health, trade and intellectual property, and of how they affect medical innovation and access to medical technologies. The second edition comprehensively reviews new developments in key areas since the initial launch of the study in 2013.

Battling HIV/AIDS
Battling HIV/AIDS

Author: Yolanda Tayler

Publisher: World Bank Publications

Published: 2004-01-01

Total Pages: 182

ISBN-13: 9780821358481

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This technical guide examines the elements required to establish and ensure continuity of supplies, including HIV/AIDS medicines and other commodities, for programs scaling up antiretroviral therapy (Art) and associated health services. It provides extensive guidance on key topics: Quality Assurance, Selection & Quantification methods, Intellectual Property Rights, Procurement Strategies, Pricing & Financing, the Supply Cycle and Policy Issues.