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You may mention a real competing offer in private-sector pay talks as market context, but only with care: share facts after clear interest, avoid threats or exaggeration, and treat the outcome as situation-dependent rather than guaranteed.

Yes—you can often negotiate after an offer using other live offers as context, if you stay honest, specific, and collaborative. Prioritize what you want, set a clear ask and walk-away point, and weigh total package and fit—not base pay alone.