House of Representatives Committee on Public Procurement

ASK YOURSELF WHAT YOU WANT OUT OF IT (AND DETERMINE NOT TO WASTE YOUR TIME).

I often wake up, and certain words or songs come to mind. No, there'd be no prior thought or reflection and, as such, no direct link or immediate explanation, yet they teach me a lot upon review. Last year, I began to write them down in the very words they came, so I remember. However, today, I chose to share my understanding perchance it would be helpful to someone.

The words upon waking this morning were, 'ask yourself what you want out of it (and determine not to waste your time).' Of course, I immediately quizzed myself, wondering whether I had any pending decisions. Still, the more I reflected, the clearer it was that these words were not limited to an aspect of my life but could be applied variedly for excellent evaluations and decision-making.

For context, we actively or passively make daily decisions, whether starting or being part of projects, building romantic or professional relationships/associations, or simply going about daily routines. Just as it is essential to recall the start date/point of specific commitments, we must consciously evaluate whether it still serves 'our purpose' as we go along. Purpose measurement is not for business/projects alone; we should also apply the same to ourselves. Ask yourself whether that activity, friendship, relationship, association, or commitment gives you precisely what you want, and where it doesn't, decide to regain control lest you go adrift. You wouldn't want to waste time in the wrong place because time is precious, and worst still, you'll be unfulfilled.

To know whether something still serves your purpose requires a personal yardstick, and you (no one else) must actively do that evaluation. We all have different reasons for starting or committing to things, so we are to define success in that area. Efficient evaluations also require you to map out progress timelines, which helps you channel your focus. One important thing to keep in mind is that you are the determiner. For example, if a particular activity no longer gives you what you want, 'determine not to waste your time' even if it still serves others. It may mean it is time to move on or introduce change.

To conclude, just like you would measure the performance of a business/project, you should evaluate the purpose of your commitments and resolve not to waste time where it is no longer fit for purpose. Likewise, whether you've been on it too long or expended time and resources, you can choose to get it right today.



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Bureau for Public Procurement Public Procument in Nigeria.

The House of Representatives committee on public Procurement was established pursuant to section 62(1) of the 1999 Constitution, federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) which empowers the House of Representatives to appoint Committee of its members for effective discharge of its functions and also in accordance with order XV111, B (193) of the standing orders of the House of Representatives.
Upon commencement and inauguration of the 8th Assembly on Tuesday 9th June, 2015 the various Committees of the House of Representatives were also inaugurated.
The Committee on public procurement are of the 85 standing committee of the House of Representatives with jurisdiction which includes:
(a) Oversight the implementation of the public procurement Act 2007;
(b) Oversight the Budget monitoring and price intelligence unit;
(c) Monitoring the implementation of all capital projects in the Appropriation Acts;
(d) Ensure that all procurement of goods and services carried out by agencies and parastatals on behalf of the federal Government of Nigeria comply with public Procurement Acts;
(e) Ensure that all entities outside those in
(f) Above, which desire at least 35% of the funds appropriated for any type of procurement from the consolidated Revenue fund comply with the provisions of the Public Procurement Acts;
(g) Ensure that all federal ministries, Extra ministerial offices/ departments/agencies, parastatals, corporations, the armed and paramilitary services and all entities set up by the constitution or Acts of the National Assembly observe due process, accountability and transparency in the procurement of goods and services;
(h) Receiving complaints, and petitions arising from any procurement of goods and services;
(i) Liase with all NGO’s, donor agencies and international communities to ensure actual implementation of government economic reform programmes as well as global best practices on procurement related issues;
(j) Annual budget estimates.
The Committee oversights procurement departments of all ministries, Departments and Agencies of the Federal government and the Bureau of Public Procurement.
Membership of the Committee is made up of 35 Honourable members drawn from the 6 geo-political zones and different political parties as represented in the House of Representatives with Hon. Oluwole Oke as Chairman and Hon. Nasir Sule Gan as the deputy chairman. The secretariat of the committee is headed by a Deputy Director Legislative in the House of Representatives, Abudulahi M. Gurni who is the clerk of the committees.

CALL FOR SUBMISSION OF MEMORANDUM

This is to inform Stakeholders and the General Public that the Committee on Public Procurement House of Representatives is organizing a Public Hearing on:
The House of Representatives at its plenary of Wednesday, 7th October, 2015 debated a motion on the

“A Bill for an Act to Amend the Public Procurement Act, 2007, By Adding a new Member to the Council, amending the procedure for appointing the Director – General of the Bureau and extending the application of the Act to Defence Procurement; and for other Matters connected therewith (HB.475)”.

The Committee hereby calls for submission of written memoranda/position papers by Stakeholders and the General Public.

The following Agencies are specifically requested to forward their memoranda/position paper within 10 days of this publication.

- Federal Ministry of Justice
- Nigerian Law Reform Commission
- Bureau of Public Procurement
- Federal Ministry of Finance
- Civil Society Organization and Professional Bodies
- General Public

All correspondence/submissions should be in 20 copies with a soft copy attached forwarded to the Clerk (07034750905) in Room 316, White House, House of Representatives, National Assembly Complex, Three Arms Zone, Abuja.

For copies of the Bill, please visit www.hrcppnass.com.ng

Signed


Hon. Oluwole Oke
Chairman

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Chairman, House Committee on Public Procurement, Hon Oluwole Oke inspecting the BPP Datacenter of the Bureau of Public Procurement

Chairman, House Committee on Public Procurement, Hon. Oluwole Oke with the Acting DG, BPP, Engr. Ahmed Abdu