Public Procurement Regulatory Authority

29/05/2026

Procurement Driving Empowerment
PPRA Public Relations and Education Manager Mr Charles Keikotlhae highlights how PPRA’s mandate and procurement schemes under the Public Procurement Act continue to promote partnerships, strengthen private sector growth, and create opportunities for local contractors.

27/05/2026

Don’t Miss Out!
Join PPRA at the Business Botswana Northern Trade Fair and connect with our team from 27th – 31st May 2026. We are here to assist you.

14/05/2026

PPRA Pays Tribute
Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) Chief Executive Officer Ms. Tumelo Motsumi signing former President His Excellency Festus Gontebanye Mogae condolences book at the Parliament Chamber.

May his soul rest in peace.

14/05/2026

12/05/2026

Remembering Former President
His Excellency Dr. Festus Gontebanye Mogae

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Mogae family and the nation during this difficult time.
Robala Ka Kagiso Mogaka Wa Botswana

08/05/2026

PPRA Circular No. 4 of 2026
Update on Availability of PPRA Systems

Procuring Entities are informed that although the IPMS and PPRA website remain inaccessible to the public, authorized PPRA officers can now access the system internally as restoration efforts continue. PEs may proceed with issuing ITTs and RFQs, while verification of bidder registration during evaluation should be facilitated through the Authority.

The Authority remains committed to restoring full system functionality and normal procurement operations. For assistance contact CRU at (+267) 72993454 / 75103668 / 71979511 / 71381122 or Public Relations Office at 3602017/14/82 or [email protected].

29/04/2026

PPRA Circular No. 3 of 2026
Suspension of Procurement Activities Due to Unavailability of PPRA Systems

Kindly be informed that following previous communications of 26th March and 10th April 2026, the IPMS and PPRA website remain unavailable as the ICT team continues to work round the clock to restore full functionality.

For assistance, contact CRU at (+267) 72993454 / 75103668 / 71979511 / 71381122 or the Public Relations Office at 3602017/14/82 or [email protected].

17/04/2026

PPRA Engages Stakeholders on SBPs
PPRA is engaging stakeholders on the review and development of Standardised Bidding Packages (SBPs) to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability in public procurement.

We appreciate your continued support and participation.

17/04/2026

PPRA Circular No. 2 of 2026
Release of the 2026 Price Guides for Common Use Items

Kindly be informed that the 2026 Publication of Price Guides, together with the accompanying Instructions on the Use of Price Guides and the Guidelines for Conducting Market Research in Public Procurement, will be published and made accessible on the PPRA website: www.ppadb.co.bw.

However, we are currently experiencing challenges with public access to the website and IPMS portal.

In the meantime, stakeholders who urgently require the Price Guides may submit their requests via email to [email protected] and [email protected], or contact the office on 360 2000/ 398 5801.

15/04/2026

Public Procurement Act Review 2021

The Government of Botswana is currently undertaking a review of the Public Procurement Act with the aim of strengthening the procurement system to enhance transparency, efficiency, accountability, and inclusiveness.
As a valued stakeholder, you are invited to submit your views, comments, and proposals to inform this review process. Your input will play a critical role in shaping a modern and responsive procurement framework that meets the needs of all stakeholders.

This questionnaire is open to all stakeholders, including Government institutions, private sector entities, civil society organizations, professional bodies, and members of the general public.

All responses will be treated with strict confidentiality and will be used solely for purposes of policy review and development.

Click the below links to participate:

Setswana Version: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdMQ9d8CaukDbJOoE1YJam5cBHfNMn_L-xEDUbizBer66OWqQ/viewform

English Version: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScXhCRuQsQTniLHSoFHYJF55uAXK4Vw1zvXQeYVJDIvzLjxqA/viewform

The Government of Botswana is currently undertaking a review of the Public Procurement Act with the aim of strengthening the procurement system to enhance transparency, efficiency, accountability, and inclusiveness. As a valued stakeholder, you are invited to submit your views, comments, and proposa...