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Efforts to Increase Public Participation in Government Procurement

Latest Tanzania business news · Efforts to Increase Public Participation in Government… explained · updated Aug 20, 2026 · business news · companies · investment

TLDR

  • The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) launched the NeST Tenderer mobile application on August 20, 2026, in Dodoma to facilitate public participation in government procurement.
  • The NeST Tenderer app allows users to register, search for, and apply for tenders, as well as track payment information without needing to visit procurement offices.
  • The initiative aims to reduce barriers such as distance and costs that hinder citizens from fully participating in public procurement opportunities.
  • PPRA Director General Dennis Simba stated that the goal is to ensure that government tender opportunities reach a wider audience, including those in urban and rural areas.
  • The digital platform is part of the government's efforts to enhance efficiency in the procurement process and improve access to tender information.

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