The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) has introduced the Federal Government Procurement Procedures Guide and the Delegation of Authority Matrix, aiming to enhance efficiency, reduce bureaucracy, and drive sustainable government spending.
During a media briefing held in Dubai, MoF outlined the Government Procurement Law’s implementation and the latest legislative updates designed to optimize procurement processes across federal entities.
MoF: Enhancing Procurement Efficiency and Transparency
Aligned with the UAE’s “Year of Community“, the new framework integrates innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation into government procurement. The updated guide offers:
- A structured roadmap for procurement, ensuring compliance with transparency and integrity standards.
- Automated and cost-effective processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Clear governance measures to strengthen oversight and accountability.
H.E. Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance, emphasized that these updates will foster fair competition, support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and contribute to the UAE’s sustainability goals.
MoF; Key Features of the Procurement Framework
The Federal Government Procurement Procedures Guide introduces:
- A Procurement Centre of Excellence, defining roles and responsibilities for federal entities.
- Updated supplier relationship management, ensuring compliance with conflict-of-interest policies.
- New purchasing methods, including direct orders and exclusive sourcing.
- Standardized contract templates and updated bid evaluation criteria.
- Clear grievance procedures, reinforcing transparency in dispute resolution.
The Delegation of Authority Matrix establishes a well-defined decision-making structure, ensuring:
- Legal compliance and governance alignment with best practices.
- Improved response times for emergency procurement.
- Enhanced efficiency in financial and operational processes.
Driving Sustainability and Innovation in Procurement
MoF reaffirmed its commitment to green procurement and digital transformation, aligning with the UAE Net Zero 2050 initiative. The procurement law mandates:
- Prioritization of SMEs and local businesses to strengthen the economy.
- Environmental sustainability standards for federal procurement.
- Innovation-driven evaluation criteria, encouraging creative and tech-driven solutions.
The Digital Procurement Platform, launched to support these reforms, has already shown remarkable efficiency improvements:
- Procurement processes reduced from 60 days to just 6 minutes.
- 44% improvement in resource optimization.
- Over 1 million pages of paper saved annually.
The initiative has earned several prestigious awards, including the Mohammed bin Rashid Government Excellence Award and three CIPS MENA Procurement Excellence Awards.
A Future-Ready Procurement Ecosystem
With these reforms, the UAE Ministry of Finance aims to build a transparent, efficient, and innovation-driven procurement system that supports national economic growth and sustainability. The updates ensure fair competition, reduce bureaucracy, and enhance government spending efficiency, positioning the UAE as a global leader in procurement best practices.
