The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) has commenced the implementation of its E-Government Plan in line with the Federal Government’s drive towards digitalisation and enhanced efficiency in public service delivery.
A circular by the Director-General of the BPP, Dr Adebowale Adedokun, entitled: “Transition to Electronic Submission Procedure at the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), and dated August 4, 2025, hinged the implementation of the circular on the provisions of the National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (NDEPS) 2020-2030 and National E-Government Master Plan (NEGM) 2021.
Dr Adedokun said that in view of the above, the Bureau wished to notify all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of procedures for making submissions to the Bureau.
He stated that with effect from August 18, 2025, the Bureau would cease to receive all forms of requests and submissions in hard copy format.
According to him, “This transition is in accordance with BPP’s ongoing implementation of the NDEPS and the circular on the digitalisation of government operations.
“MDAs are henceforth required to submit all procurement-related documents electronically via the designated email address: submissions@bpp.gov.ng
“Each submission must be attached in two file formats: PDF (for official record-keeping), and Editable formats such as .docx, .xisx, or others as applicable to enable review and processing.
“All communications and responses relating to requests for the adoption of Spevial or Restricted Methods of Procurement Act, 2007, shall be directed exclusively to the Bureau’s designated email: official@bpp.gov.ng
“As part of the transition, all MDAs are requested to forward to the Bureau two (2) functional official email addresses and two (2) active telephone numbers of designated officers for formal communication and authentication purposes.
“All MDAs are kindly advised to give this directive immediate attention and ensure full compliance to prevent disruptions or delays in procurement submissions and reviews.”
Signed
Zira Zakka Nagga
Head of Public Relations (BPP)
August 5th, 2025
