The government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in public procurement by insisting that all suppliers and contractors must strictly use the e-procurement system when bidding for tenders.
According to Procurement Director General Mr. Odede, the digital platform is fully operational and will remain the only recognized channel for processing tenders across all government ministries, departments, and agencies.
Speaking during a briefing on Thursday, Odede emphasized that the government is not entertaining any manual or parallel systems, noting that the e-procurement platform is currently running at 100 percent capacity.
He described the move as part of wider reforms aimed at sealing loopholes that have previously enabled corruption, favoritism, and delays in awarding contracts.
“From now on, every tender, regardless of its size or nature, must go through the e-procurement platform. The system is not only up and running, but it is also capable of handling all procurement needs for government institutions. We will not accept any excuses from suppliers or contractors who fail to comply,” Odede declared.
The government first introduced the electronic procurement system as part of the Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS) to improve efficiency in managing public resources.
Officials say the platform allows real-time monitoring of procurement processes, reduces paperwork, and provides equal opportunities for all bidders.
While some stakeholders initially raised concerns about system downtimes and accessibility challenges, Odede assured the public that those issues had been fully addressed.
He urged suppliers and contractors to familiarize themselves with the system, adding that training and support desks are available for those experiencing difficulties.
Analysts argue that full adoption of e-procurement will boost investor confidence, enhance transparency, and minimize procurement-related scandals that have dented the government’s credibility in the past.
The directive is also expected to streamline service delivery and accelerate project implementation by reducing bureaucratic bottlenecks.
With this firm stance, the government has signaled its readiness to modernize procurement processes and set higher standards for accountability in the use of public funds.
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