Population Census (2008): 8.26 millionGDP Growth: -2.30% (2021)Inflation Rate: 58.21% (May, 2025)
Population Census (2008): 8.26 millionGDP Growth: -2.30% (2021)Inflation Rate: 58.21% (May, 2025)

Procurement Guidelines

Structured rules and procedures that ensure legal compliance, ethical conduct, cost efficiency, and transparency in all procurement activities at NBS.

Key Principles of Procurement

Our procurement guidelines are built on fundamental principles that ensure integrity, efficiency, and value for money in all purchasing activities.

Legal Compliance & Certainty

All procurement activities strictly adhere to the Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Act, 2018 and other relevant legislation.

Ethical Conduct

We maintain the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and professionalism in all procurement processes.

Cost Efficiency

We ensure optimal use of resources to achieve the best value for money while maintaining quality standards.

Transparency

All procurement processes are conducted openly with clear documentation and accessible information.

Competition

We promote fair and open competition among qualified suppliers to ensure the best outcomes.

Risk Management

We identify, assess, and mitigate risks across all procurement activities to ensure successful outcomes.

Procurement Process

Our structured procurement process ensures consistency, fairness, and compliance at every stage.

Standard Procurement Steps

Needs Identification & Planning

Departmental needs assessment, budget allocation, and procurement planning.

Supplier Sourcing

Identification of potential suppliers through registered vendor database or open advertisement.

Bid Solicitation

Preparation and issuance of tender documents with clear specifications and evaluation criteria.

Bid Evaluation

Technical and financial evaluation by appointed committee following predefined criteria.

Contract Award

Notification of award, contract negotiation, and signing with successful bidder.

Contract Management

Monitoring of contract performance, delivery, and payment processing.

Thresholds & Approval Limits

Up to SSP 5,000,000 Head of Department
SSP 5,000,001 - 20,000,000 Director General
SSP 20,000,001 - 50,000,000 Ministerial Tender Board
Above SSP 50,000,000 Central Tender Board

Note: All procurement above SSP 2,000,000 must be publicly advertised for at least 21 days.

Procurement Documents

Access our comprehensive procurement documents, guidelines, and templates.

Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Act, 2018

The principal legislation governing public procurement in South Sudan

File: PDF (28.63 MB)

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Procurement Department Contact

For inquiries about procurement guidelines, tender processes, or supplier registration.

George Mundrugo Kayumba

Procurement Manager

Email

procurement@nbs.gov.ss

Address

Head Office, Juba, South Sudan

Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM