E-GP glitch prompts system overhaul, not shutdown: MP Gajurel
Summary
Ashish Gajurel says Nepal’s e-GP system is not shut down indefinitely but is being overhauled after serious security and technical flaws were found. Procurement work continues through physical documents while experts fix the vulnerability that could expose bidders’ information.
Key Points
- Ashish Gajurel said the e-GP system is undergoing improvements after major security and technical weaknesses were identified.
- He warned the flaw could let one bidder access another bidder’s bid details and damage fair competition.
- Public procurement is still continuing through physical documents while the electronic system is restored.
- Gajurel said he has urged the Public Procurement Monitoring Office to bring back the system as soon as possible.
