The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) is set to implement the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system across all its campuses nationwide, marking a significant step in the institution’s efforts to modernize operations.
The move follows a government directive requiring all Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDAs), State Corporations, and public institutions to migrate their procurement processes to the digital platform as part of Kenya’s broader public sector digitization agenda.
In a statement issued on June 16, 2026, KMTC confirmed that it had begun preparations for the rollout of the e-GP system, which is expected to transform how the institution procures goods, services, and works.
The digital platform is designed to automate procurement processes, minimize paperwork, strengthen oversight, and reduce risks commonly associated with manual procurement systems.
According to the College, the adoption of the e-GP platform will enhance accountability and ensure prudent management of public resources while creating a more transparent and efficient procurement environment.
“The digital platform seeks to automate procurement processes, improve oversight, reduce procurement-related risks, and promote prudent management of public resources,” KMTC stated.
To facilitate a smooth transition to the new system, the College has intensified capacity-building initiatives aimed at equipping staff with the necessary skills to effectively utilize the platform.
As part of these efforts, KMTC launched a five-day training programme at its Kisumu Campus from June 15 to June 19, 2026, bringing together Campus Principals from across the country.
The training focuses on strengthening understanding of the e-GP system and ensuring institutional leaders are adequately prepared to oversee its implementation in their respective campuses.
“The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has intensified capacity building on the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system, with Campus Principals undergoing training to strengthen accountability, transparency, and efficiency in procurement across the College,” the institution noted.
The latest training programme builds on earlier capacity-building initiatives launched in May 2026, underscoring KMTC’s commitment to ensuring that staff members are fully prepared ahead of the nationwide rollout.
Once fully operational, the e-GP system is expected to streamline procurement procedures across all KMTC campuses, significantly reducing delays, enhancing monitoring mechanisms, and minimizing procurement-related irregularities.
The digital platform will also provide real-time visibility into procurement activities, making it easier to track transactions and ensure compliance with government regulations.
The Electronic Government Procurement system was developed by the National Treasury as a centralized online platform aimed at digitizing the entire public procurement cycle.
Through the platform, government entities can conduct procurement processes electronically, from tender advertisement and bid submission to contract award and payment processing.
The government officially launched Phase I of the system in April 2025, making registration mandatory for all suppliers seeking to do business with government institutions.
The initiative forms part of the Kenya Kwanza administration’s Digital Superhighway Agenda, which seeks to leverage technology to improve public service delivery, reduce corruption, and enhance efficiency across government operations.
One of the key features of the e-GP platform is its integration with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) PIN registry and the Business Registration Service. This allows for instant verification of supplier information, helping eliminate fraudulent entities and ensuring that only legitimate businesses participate in public procurement opportunities.
Future enhancements under Phase II of the project are expected to introduce additional functionalities, including electronic auctions, digital inventory and store management systems, and an online complaints and dispute resolution mechanism.
The system is also expected to significantly boost transparency in public procurement by making tender opportunities and procurement information easily accessible to the public.
Citizens, suppliers, and oversight agencies will be able to view active tenders, bidding documents, procurement notices, and awarded contracts through a single online portal.
This increased transparency is expected to strengthen public confidence in government procurement processes while reducing opportunities for corruption and malpractice.
Beyond transparency, the government anticipates substantial cost savings through the elimination of paper-based procurement processes. The shift to digital procurement is expected to reduce administrative expenses, cut document delivery costs, and promote more competitive bidding, ultimately lowering procurement costs for public institutions.
The platform is also expected to accelerate procurement approvals by eliminating lengthy manual processes and paper routing systems that often contribute to delays.
In addition, the use of digital records and automated verification mechanisms will help prevent document forgery and enhance the integrity of procurement transactions.
The e-GP system is further expected to support the government’s affirmative action programmes by creating a more accessible procurement environment for youth, women, and persons with disabilities. Through designated set-aside opportunities, these groups will have greater access to government tenders and business opportunities.
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