Procurement Management

Objective

To provide expertise and services in procurement, storage and supply of goods and services for the Ministry.

This Unit will perform the following activities:-

(i)       Advise the Management on matters pertaining to the procurement of goods and services and logistics management;

(ii)      Monitor adherence to procurement process and procedures as per Public Procurement Act;

(iii)     Develop an annual procurement Plan for the Ministry;

(iv)     Procure, maintain and manage supplies, materials and services to support the logistical requirements of the Ministry;

(v)      Maintain and monitor distribution of office supplies and materials;

(vi)     Maintain and update inventory of goods, supplies and materials;

(vii)    Provide Secretariat services to the Ministerial Tender Board as per Public Procurement Act;

(viii)   Set specifications/standards for goods and services procured and monitor adherence to them to ensure value for money; and

(ix)     Prepare action plan, progress reports and budgets for the Unit.

This Unit will be led by a Director.