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Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Act, 2018.

Country/Territory
South Sudan
Document type
Legislation
Date
2018
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
General
Keyword
Framework law Fraud Business/industry/corporations Contract/agreement Dispute settlement Financing Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Africa, Landlocked Developing Nations, Least Developed Countries, Northern Africa, Sahel
Entry into force notes
This Act enters into force on the date of its signature by the Prtesident (April 26, 2019).
Abstract

This Act, comprising 226 Articles divided into VII Chapters, aims to provide the legal framework establishing and governing an open, transparent, accountable, and efficient system of Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets for all Government Institutions and related entities. The overall goal of the Act is to enhance transparency, reduce corruption, and promote economic development through responsible and efficient public procurement practices in South Sudan. Article 6 introduces the South Sudan Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority, a pivotal institution entrusted with the critical role of ensuring that public procurement and asset disposal in South Sudan are conducted with utmost efficiency, equity, and adherence to the law. Chapter III of the Act defines the role of the Procuring Entities as the key players responsible for the entire procurement cycle, from planning and initiating procurements to contract management and compliance, all while upholding transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the process. Chapter V outlines rules and procedures for competitive tendering, which is a fundamental aspect of the public procurement process and is designed to promote fairness, competition, and accountability in the procurement process, to ensure that public funds are used efficiently and effectively.

Full text
English
Website
mofp.gov.ss