Public Procurement Guide Tanzania

Guide to public procurement in Tanzania. Procurement Act, methods, thresholds, ethics and compliance requirements.

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Public Procurement Act

The Public Procurement Act (PPA) is the primary legislation governing public procurement in Tanzania. The Act establishes procurement principles of transparency, competition, fairness and value for money. It applies to all government entities including ministries, departments, agencies, local government authorities and public corporations. The Act is supported by the Public Procurement Regulations which provide detailed implementation procedures.

Procurement Methods And Thresholds

The PPA specifies procurement methods and their application thresholds. For goods and works: Shopping (up to TZS 30 million), National Competitive Bidding (above TZS 30 million), International Competitive Bidding (above TZS 1 billion). For consultancy services: Direct Contracting, Request for Proposals, and Quality-Based Selection. The thresholds are reviewed periodically and may vary for different procuring entities.

Ethics And Transparency

The PPA emphasizes ethical conduct in procurement with provisions on conflict of interest, confidentiality, gifts and hospitality, and corruption. Procuring entities must maintain procurement records, publish award notices, and report procurement activities to PPRA. Bidders must not engage in collusive, fraudulent or coercive practices. Violations can result in debarment, penalties and legal action.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Public Procurement Act?

The PPA is the primary legislation governing public procurement in Tanzania. It establishes procurement principles, methods, thresholds and ethical requirements for all government entities.

What procurement methods are used?

Methods include Shopping (low value), National Competitive Bidding, International Competitive Bidding, Request for Proposals, Direct Contracting and Restricted Tendering, each with specific thresholds and procedures.

What are procurement thresholds?

Shopping applies up to TZS 30 million, NCB from TZS 30 million, ICB above TZS 1 billion. Thresholds vary for works, goods and services. Consult PPRA for current values.

How is procurement transparency ensured?

Through public bid openings, publication of awards, procurement records, PPRA oversight, audit reviews, and the public procurement complaints mechanism.

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