Procurement and Disposal of Assets Advisory

Public procurement in Tanzania is governed by the Public Procurement Act and supervised by the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) - a regime that demands precision from bidders and procuring entities alike. FIN & LAW guides clients through the full procurement cycle, from bid preparation to contract close-out, and through the disposal of public and private assets.

For suppliers and contractors, we review tender documents, advise on eligibility and bid-security requirements, and prepare compliant submissions. Where awards go wrong, we pursue administrative review before procuring entities, the PPRA and the Public Procurement Appeals Authority (PPAA) within the strict statutory timelines these remedies demand.

We also advise procuring entities and private organisations on tender design, evaluation governance and the lawful disposal of assets by tender, auction or negotiated sale.

What We Do

• Tender document review and bid preparation support
• Procurement compliance advisory under the Public Procurement Act
• Bid challenges and administrative review before the PPRA and PPAA
• Procurement contract negotiation, variations and claims
• Advisory to procuring entities on tender design and evaluation
• Disposal of assets by tender, auction and negotiated sale
• PPP procurement and framework agreement advisory
• Debarment proceedings and integrity due diligence

Typical Matters

• Advisory on compliance with the Public Procurement Act and its regulations
• Preparation and review of tender documents, bids and procurement contracts
• Guidance for bidders and procuring entities through tender processes
• Advisory on the disposal of public assets by tender, auction or other approved methods
• Representation in procurement reviews, complaints and appeals before the Public Procurement Appeals Authority
• Contract management and administration for procured works, goods and services

Frequently Asked Questions

What does public procurement law govern?

Public procurement law sets the rules by which public bodies buy goods, works, and services, aiming to ensure value for money, transparency, fairness, and accountability in the use of public funds. Both procuring entities and bidders must follow the prescribed processes.

What can a bidder do if it believes a tender was handled unfairly?

Procurement frameworks typically provide a review or complaints mechanism allowing an aggrieved bidder to challenge a decision, often starting with the procuring entity and escalating to an independent review authority. Acting quickly is important because these challenges are usually time-limited.

What is disposal of public assets?

Disposal refers to the regulated process by which public entities sell or otherwise dispose of assets they no longer need, such as through public auction or tender. The rules seek to ensure the process is transparent and achieves fair value.

How can suppliers improve their chances in public tenders?

Understanding the tender requirements, submitting complete and compliant bids, and meeting deadlines are essential. Non-compliance with mandatory requirements is a common reason bids are disqualified regardless of price.