The new law establishes the framework for public procurement and the award of government contracts.
Somalia has enacted Law No. 22, the National Procurement and Contracts Law. The law establishes the framework governing how the government procures goods and services and awards contracts.
The Act was enacted to bring transparency and discipline to public contracting. Its purpose is to ensure that procurement is fair, competitive, and provides value for money, while reducing the risk of waste and corruption.
Law No. 22, the National Procurement and Contracts Law was enacted and entered into force on August 9, 2016.
Public procurement involves large sums of public money, so clear and fair rules are essential. This law was designed to give Somalia a comprehensive procurement framework.
The law sets out the procedures that public bodies must follow when procuring goods, services, and works, promoting consistency and fairness.
It establishes requirements for open and competitive bidding, helping to ensure that contracts are awarded on merit and that suppliers compete on a level field.
The law addresses transparency and accountability in the award of contracts, supporting scrutiny of how public money is spent.
By creating clear rules for procurement and contracts, the law aims to reduce waste and corruption and to give reputable suppliers confidence in the process.
This law is important because it gives Somalia a clear framework for public procurement and contracting. Competitive bidding, transparency, and accountability help ensure that public money is spent well and that contracts are awarded fairly. A trusted procurement system reduces corruption risk and encourages reputable suppliers to participate.
“A fair and transparent procurement system protects public money and builds confidence among suppliers. By requiring open competition and clear procedures, this law strengthens accountability in government contracting. Its impact will depend on consistent enforcement and on the integrity of those who run the process.”
, Asha-Kin F. Duale, LL.M. (Master of Laws), LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws)
Managing Partner at Mogadishu Law Office
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