High-Level Task Force Submits Report to Health Minister on Procurement Transparency
Summary
A high-level task force has submitted a report to Nepal's Health Minister Dr. Sudha Gautam recommending a procurement master plan and e-GP implementation to improve transparency and quality in health sector procurement.
Key Points
- A high-level task force submitted a report on procurement transparency to Health Minister Dr. Sudha Gautam.
- The report recommends a procurement master plan and full implementation of electronic government procurement (e-GP).
- It suggests making a minimum five-year maintenance contract mandatory for equipment procured by the Ministry.
- Minister Dr. Gautam committed to formulating an action plan and implementing the recommendations to improve health service quality.
