Procurement Management Unit
Overview
The Procurement Management Unit (PMU) is the central hub responsible for coordinating, managing, and overseeing all procurement activities at ZIMCHE.
The Unit operates in strict compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets (PPDPA) Act, ensuring transparency, accountability, and value for money in the use of public resources.
Through structured procurement systems and governance frameworks, the PMU plays a critical role in supporting institutional efficiency and service delivery.
Key Functions
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Procurement Planning:
Development of annual procurement plans aligned with organisational priorities. -
Compliance Oversight:
Ensuring all procurement activities adhere to the PPDPA Act and regulatory frameworks. -
Tender Management:
Coordinating bidding processes, supplier evaluations, and contract awards. -
Monitoring and Reporting:
Tracking procurement performance and producing compliance reports. -
Capacity Building:
Training staff and stakeholders on procurement standards and best practices.
Objectives
- Promote fair, transparent, and competitive procurement processes.
- Strengthen accountability and integrity in resource utilisation.
- Enhance efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery.
- Align procurement with national development priorities.
- Foster stakeholder trust through compliance and ethical practices.
Services
- Advisory support on procurement procedures and contract management.
- Development of procurement frameworks and compliance tools.
- Facilitation of supplier registration and evaluation.
- Technical assistance in tendering and bid evaluation.
- Stakeholder engagement and reporting.
Recent Achievements
- Implemented digital procurement tracking systems to enhance transparency and efficiency.
- Streamlined supplier registration and evaluation processes.
- Facilitated capacity-building workshops for staff and evaluation teams.
- Successfully managed procurement processes for priority projects within budget and timelines.
- Strengthened audit and compliance mechanisms across directorates.
Meet our team
Awesome people behind the department.
Mrs S. Kunaka
Procurement Manager
Mr C. Zhou
Procurement Officer