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NITA AccreditedAdvancedPhysical + Virtual5 daysTOPF516

Training on Procurement for Governments

Master government procurement processes to optimize spending, enforce regulations, and improve public sector sourcing.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Advanced

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

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Overview

About this programme

This course provides government procurement professionals with the knowledge and skills to manage public procurement efficiently, transparently, and in compliance with regulatory frameworks. Participants will learn how to plan procurement activities, manage tenders and contracts, ensure value for money, and mitigate risks. Case studies and practical exercises focus on real-world government procurement scenarios, enhancing participants’ ability to deliver effective and accountable procurement outcomes.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Government procurement officers and contract managers

  • Finance and administrative staff involved in public procurement

  • Auditors and compliance officers

  • Professionals responsible for tender management, supplier evaluation, or public sector purchasing

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the principles and regulations governing government procurement

  • Plan and execute procurement processes efficiently

  • Evaluate bids and select suppliers based on transparent criteria

  • Manage contracts and supplier performance effectively

  • Mitigate procurement risks and ensure compliance with public sector rules

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Fundamentals of Government Procurement

  • Principles, objectives, and legal framework of public procurement

  • Roles and responsibilities of procurement professionals in government

  • Case Study: Successful procurement projects in public institutions

Module 2: Procurement Planning and Needs Assessment

  • Conducting needs assessments and preparing procurement plans

  • Budget alignment and cost considerations

  • Practical Exercise: Developing a government procurement plan

Module 3: Tendering and Supplier Selection

  • Preparing tenders and evaluation criteria

  • Supplier prequalification, bid evaluation, and award processes

  • Case Study: Transparent supplier selection in government projects

Module 4: Contract Management and Supplier Performance

  • Drafting and managing contracts in compliance with regulations

  • Monitoring supplier performance and ensuring accountability

  • Practical Exercise: Developing a contract management checklist

Module 5: Risk Management, Compliance, and Ethics

  • Identifying procurement risks and mitigation strategies

  • Ensuring regulatory compliance and ethical procurement practices

  • Case Study: Lessons learned from procurement challenges in the public sector

Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact

  • Improved transparency and accountability in procurement processes

  • Enhanced efficiency and value for money in public spending

  • Better risk management and compliance with regulations

  • Strengthened supplier engagement and public trust


Individual Impact

  • Practical skills in planning, executing, and monitoring government procurement

  • Confidence in managing tenders, contracts, and supplier relationships

  • Knowledge of regulatory and ethical requirements in public procurement

  • Enhanced professional capability and career growth in government procurement

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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FAQs

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Government procurement officers, public sector managers, and officials involved in purchasing and contract management.

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For corporate teams

Training 10+ professionals?

We deliver Training on Procurement for Governments in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.