# F9.7 Adopt comprehensive procurement processes that prevent vendor lock-in

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[F9 Focus on future sustainability](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/principles/foundational-principles/f9-focus-on-future-sustainability.md)
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[SV4 Technical shortcomings](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-structural-vulnerabilities.md)

[SV2 Weak rule of law](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-structural-vulnerabilities.md)
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[L2 Strategy and Design](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/responsible-authorities/r3-donor/l2-strategy-and-design-old.md)
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## Practices

> * Implement procurement processes that emphasize value for money, economy, integrity, fitness for purpose, efficiency, transparency and fairness.
> * Practice effective contract management to ensure that these benefits are sustained throughout implementation.

## Resources

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td></td><td><mark style="color:yellow;"><strong>Case Study</strong></mark></td><td>( to come soon..)</td></tr><tr><td></td><td><mark style="color:yellow;"><strong>References</strong></mark></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>


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