100 PS Representatives Participate in Access to Bidding Opportunities Online Program
KABUL: Today, 9th July 2024; officials of the Electronic Procurement System Development Department (EPSD) of the National Procurement Directorate (NPD) conducted an online session on access to bidding opportunities through the e-procurement system; for around 100 vendors and public awareness and training were provided on the Afghanistan Electronic procurement system. In this online meeting, with the cooperation of the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation & Livestock (MAIL), vendors received information on prioritizing companies and domestic products in procurement affairs. All areas related to the Afghanistan Electronic Government Procurement System (AGEOPS) were discussed, and detailed information was shared about the features of the system and how to take full advantage of it. During the session; NPD employees provided detailed information to participants about AVRCS and Vendors were informed about obtaining and using the Vendor Procurement Identification Number (vPIN) and were encouraged to register their companies in the system. This registration will enable them to easily access project announcements and tender documents related to the country's procurement entities. At the end of the program; questions from private sector representatives were answered and participants appreciated the NPD's efforts and promised cooperation. The AVRCS plays a vital role in expediting the procurement process, fostering consortium opportunities, promoting sustainable development through participation, evaluating company capabilities, ensuring fair competition, and enhancing the professionalism of participating companies.
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