Head of Public Service Felix Koskei has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to revolutionizing procurement processes through the new e-Government Procurement (e-GP) system, which is set to be fully operational by July 1, 2025.
Koskei, who received a progress briefing from the National Treasury, termed the system a game-changer in enhancing efficiency, transparency, and accountability in both national and county government procurement operations.
“This system will usher in a new era of transparency and value-for-money in public procurement,” Koskei stated, expressing confidence that the digital platform will significantly curb corruption and streamline processes across the public sector.
The e-GP initiative follows a directive by President William Ruto during the State of the Nation Address on November 21, 2024. The President criticized past delays in implementing an electronic procurement system, noting that the Treasury had “dragged its feet for nearly 10 years.” Initially slated for launch in March 2025, the rollout was postponed due to budget constraints. However, the Treasury has since secured the necessary funding, with the government investing up to Sh560 million to finalize the digitization process.
Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo underscored the importance of the system in driving public finance management reforms and announced a mandatory supplier registration campaign in preparation for the launch. All suppliers, contractors, and consultants must self-register on the platform at www.egpkenya.go.ke.
To support this transition, the Treasury is hosting weekly supplier registration webinars every Thursday from April 10 to May 30, 2025.
The e-GP system promises a range of benefits, including reduced costs for goods and services, shortened procurement cycles, and standardization of procurement practices. It will also enhance procurement planning, monitoring, and reporting, contributing to broader International Monetary Fund (IMF)-backed reforms aimed at boosting transparency in government contracting.
As the July 1 deadline approaches, stakeholders are optimistic that the e-GP system will be a cornerstone in Kenya’s digital governance and anti-corruption efforts.
