By Vaye Abel Lepolu
Monrovia, Liberia, the Executive Director of the Public Procurement and Concessions Commission (PPCC) has announced major strides in reforming Liberia’s procurement system, highlighting the launch of a new Human and Possession platform designed to strengthen accountability, efficiency, and transparency in government spending.
Speaking at the official launch, the PPCC boss B. Scott Johnson said the reforms are aimed at ensuring value for money, fairness, and competition across all ministries, agencies, and commissions. He noted that the initiative builds on the Public Procurement and Concessions Act of 2005, which was later amended in 2010, to monitor and regulate public procurement processes.
“This platform reduces human interference, enhances transparency, and demonstrates government’s commitment to accountability,” he said.
According to him, as of October 2, more than 162 users from six government ministries have already been onboarded, with over 280 procurement actions recorded. He stressed that the system will minimize corruption risks, shorten procurement cycles, and allow citizens to monitor contracts through a transparent online process.
The PPCC boss Director Johnson further revealed that the Commission has conducted multiple training sessions for procurement officers, vendors, and practitioners, while plans are underway to introduce a certification program for procurement professionals.
He praised President Joseph Boakai’s leadership and acknowledged the support of Liberia’s development partners, including the World Bank, UNDP, African Development Bank, European Union, and the United States Government, in strengthening procurement reforms.
“These reforms are not just about systems; they are about transforming governance to serve the Liberian people better,” he concluded.
