Function of Branch

Preparing the annual goods and services procurement plan of the ministry after receiving the annual plan of action from the planning section.

Implementation of the procurement process in relation to purchasing of goods and services. (preparing bid documents, issuing, opening, offering and coordinating activities connected with payments)

Appointment of procurement committees and technical evaluation committees relating to the ministry and institutions under it and directing the affairs related to the ministry and the procurement committees.  / facilitating.

Give approval for the procurement plans of the institutions under the ministry and providing approval according to the section 9.3.1.(b) of the procurement guide book.

Performing the procurement activities exceeding the financial limits of the institutions under the ministry

Assisting through the provision of necessary technical support, instructions and guidance required for procurement activities when necessary for different sections of the ministry and the institutions under the ministry  

Provision of answers and explanations to the audit queries related to the procurement activities. 

Performing the coordinating affairs with the treasury regarding the procurement activities and sending reports.

Preparing the cabinet papers / messages in relation to procurement activities.

Implementation of welfare programs provided by the government for the school children. (uniforms, shoes etc.)