This Unit is led by a Principal Supplies Officer

Objective

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

The activities of the Section are:

• Advise the Management on matters pertaining to the procurement of goods and services and logistics management;
• Ensure that the MDA adhere to procurement process and procedures as per Public Procurement Act
• Develop an annual procurement Plan for the Ministry
• Procure, maintain and manage supplies, materials and services to support the logistical requirements of the Ministry
• Ensure proper handling and storage, adequate and timely distribution of office supplies and materials
• Maintain and updates inventory of goods, supplies and materials
• Will be a Secretariat to the Tender Board as per Public Procurement Act
• Support Ministry’s Divisions and Units to obtain the best value of money in terms of price, quality and delivery, having regard to set specifications
• Perform functions of Procurement Management Unit as stipulated in Para 35 of Public Procurement Act No. 21 of 2004
• Prepare action Plan, progress reports and budgets for the Unit