This supplement developed by DCAF provides in-depth information on the private security sector actors involved in the process of developing a National Action Plan (NAP) on business and human rights. This includes states and other human rights stakeholders, such as national human rights institutions and civil society organisations as well as PSPs themselves. The supplement provides information on how to evaluate the human rights risks and impacts of ongoing and potential private security operations and services. It also provides insight and guidance on the analysis of existing legal frameworks and policy responses for the development of new laws, policies, and practices that respond specifically to the human rights risks related to the private security industry.

This guidance tool released by DCAF draws on leading international norms and standards to reflect the principles of responsible procurement and contracting practices and provides clear and practical guidelines for national contracting officers or procurement specialists. By translating knowledge and research into a practical and easy-to-use format, this guidance provides implementation support for those individuals drafting, implementing, and monitoring contracts with PMSCs. The Contract Guidance Tool is composed of two distinct sections:

Part 1 covers the bidding and selection process and is complemented by a checklist that users can consult when undertaking a bidding and selection process of potential PSMC contractors.

Part 2 offers guidance on the drafting of the contract itself. It includes an explanatory note and a model contract that reflects internationally recognized good practices, which can be adapted by the client as appropriate to context and needs.

This report developed by DCAF is an overview of the procurement practices of four international organizations (OSCE, EU, and NATO) and three States (Switzerland, United States, and Australia). It provides background information and highlights good practices in relation to human rights at each stage of the procurement process.