ISLAMABAD — The Federal Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (FPPRA) has partnered with the World Bank to craft the Draft National Procurement Strategy (NPS) for 2026–2030.
Consultative Session Overview
A consultative session on Tuesday brought together representatives from federal, provincial, and Gilgit-Baltistan regulatory authorities. Key multilateral development banks, including the Asian Development Bank, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, and Islamic Development Bank, participated.
Significance of Public Procurement
Hasnat Ahmed Qureshi, the Managing Director of the Federal PPRA, highlighted the importance of public procurement to Pakistan’s economy. It accounts for 19 to 20 percent of GDP. The strategy supports the federal government’s reform agenda by:
- Enhancing transparency
- Increasing accountability
- Boosting competition
- Improving efficiency
Key Strategic Developments
Qureshi emphasized the World Bank’s technical support and cooperation with federal and provincial authorities through the Advisory Group on Public Procurement. The strategy targets critical modern priorities, including:
- Digitization
- Sustainability
- Performance monitoring
- Contract management
- Workforce professionalization
World Bank’s Analysis and Recommendations
World Bank consultant Fayeq Deek provided an analysis of the current procurement landscape during the session. He suggested strategic objectives along with a comprehensive reform plan and an implementation framework.
