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Determination of need for procurement.- (1) In every case of a procurement made under this Act the procuring entity shall first determine the need for the subject matter of procurement. (2) While assessing the need under sub-section (1), the procuring entity shall take into account the estimated cost of the procurement and also decide on the following matters, namely:- (a) the scope or quantity of procurement, if determined; (b) the method of procurement to be followed with justification thereof; (c) need for pre-qualification, if any; (d) limitation on participation of bidders in terms of section 6, if any applicable, and justification thereof; and (e) any other matter as may be prescribed. (3) The procuring entity shall maintain documents relating to the determination of the need for procurement under sub-section (1) and the assessment made under sub-section (2).