LEGAL MEASURES FOR PUBLIC PROCUREMENT IN SUPPORT OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN THE BANGKOK MASS TRANSIT AUTHORITY (BMTA)

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This study analyzes the laws and policies related to the procurement of environmentally friendly public buses in Thailand, comparing them to those of other countries such as the European Union and Japan. It finds that Thailand still has gaps in the enforcement of laws and policies that promote environmentally friendly procurement.

Government agencies play a crucial role in setting policies and driving the private sector to adopt environmentally friendly practices by establishing standards and setting a good example for other sectors. Environmentally friendly procurement is a key tool for reducing environmental impacts, supporting the development of sustainable technologies, and aligning with greenhouse gas reduction targets. Although Thailand has policies promoting environmentally friendly procurement, laws and regulations remain unclear and lack strict enforcement. Compared to countries like the European Union and Japan, which have more developed systems for environmentally friendly procurement with clear guidelines and standards, Thailand has room for improvement.

To address these issues and promote environmentally friendly procurement in Thailand, relevant laws such as the Public Procurement and supply Administration Act B.E. 2560 should be revised. Specifically, clear definitions of environmentally friendly goods and services should be established; criteria for selecting suppliers should be enhanced; and transparency in procurement processes should be improved. The study highlights the urgent need to improve laws and policies to support the procurement of environmentally friendly public buses in Thailand. Implementing such measures will help reduce environmental impacts, promote sustainability, and align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.

Furthermore, public participation in monitoring and evaluating government actions is crucial. Raising public and private sector awareness of the importance of environmentally friendly procurement, as well as developing the capacity of procurement personnel to understand the principles and practices of environmentally friendly procurement, are equally important.