The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KNCCI), in partnership with the National Treasury, has launched the third week of supplier training on the electronic Government Procurement (eGP) system in Nairobi County. The training is taking place at the Kenya School of Government and has attracted about 150 suppliers.

Speaking during the session, KNCCI CEO KK Mutai described the new eGP system as timely and important in the fight against corruption in both national and county government procurement. He said the digital system will help seal loopholes that have affected businesses for years.

Mr. Mutai also urged the government to ensure that all tenders are backed by approved budgets. He noted that pending bills continue to hurt many businesses and stressed the need for suppliers to be paid promptly for work completed.

He described the partnership between the National Treasury and KNCCI as strategic. The government provides policy direction and digital infrastructure, while KNCCI mobilizes, sensitizes, and supports suppliers across the country. He emphasized that the goal is to ensure that no genuine business is left behind as the country shifts to an automated procurement system.

According to KNCCI, the eGP platform will address key challenges faced by businesses, including delayed access to information, limited visibility of tender notices, high transaction costs, and concerns about fairness. Automation will enable faster bid submissions, reduce paperwork, and simplify documentation. It will also improve transparency by creating a clear audit trail and reducing human interference, which lowers the risk of malpractice. In addition, suppliers will be able to access opportunities from anywhere at any time.

Representing the Principal Secretary for Public Investments and Assets Management, Secretary for Administration Dr. Bahati Mwita said the eGP rollout is a deliberate government effort to improve service delivery and expand market access for suppliers.

So far, more than 2,000 suppliers in over 22 counties have been trained under this partnership. KNCCI reaffirmed its commitment to continue supporting suppliers through training, feedback, and advocacy to build a procurement system that is efficient, transparent, and inclusive for Kenya’s business community.

The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KNCCI), in partnership with the National Treasury, has launched the third week of supplier training on the electronic Government Procurement (eGP) system in Nairobi County. The training is taking place at the Kenya School of Government and has attracted about 150 suppliers.

Speaking during the session, KNCCI CEO KK Mutai described the new eGP system as timely and important in the fight against corruption in both national and county government procurement. He said the digital system will help seal loopholes that have affected businesses for years.

Mr. Mutai also urged the government to ensure that all tenders are backed by approved budgets. He noted that pending bills continue to hurt many businesses and stressed the need for suppliers to be paid promptly for work completed.

He described the partnership between the National Treasury and KNCCI as strategic. The government provides policy direction and digital infrastructure, while KNCCI mobilizes, sensitizes, and supports suppliers across the country. He emphasized that the goal is to ensure that no genuine business is left behind as the country shifts to an automated procurement system.

According to KNCCI, the eGP platform will address key challenges faced by businesses, including delayed access to information, limited visibility of tender notices, high transaction costs, and concerns about fairness. Automation will enable faster bid submissions, reduce paperwork, and simplify documentation. It will also improve transparency by creating a clear audit trail and reducing human interference, which lowers the risk of malpractice. In addition, suppliers will be able to access opportunities from anywhere at any time.

Representing the Principal Secretary for Public Investments and Assets Management, Secretary for Administration Dr. Bahati Mwita said the eGP rollout is a deliberate government effort to improve service delivery and expand market access for suppliers.

So far, more than 2,000 suppliers in over 22 counties have been trained under this partnership. KNCCI reaffirmed its commitment to continue supporting suppliers through training, feedback, and advocacy to build a procurement system that is efficient, transparent, and inclusive for Kenya’s business community.