A Bill for an Act to Amend the Public Procurement Act No 14 of 2007 by Mandating Government Entities to Prioritize Locally Produced Goods in the Procurement Process, Restrict Importation of Goods Already Manufactured in Nigeria for Public Procurement Purpose, and Require Contractors to Utilize Local Products; and for Related Matters

Abstract

This Bill seeks to amend the Public Procurement Act No 14 of 2007 by mandating government entities to prioritize locally produced goods in the procurement process, restrict importation of goods already manufactured in Nigeria for public procurement purpose, and require contractors to utilize local products.