DODOMA, Feb. 26 -- THE Public Procurement Appeals Authority (PPAA) has blocked the award of 43 tenders worth more than 586bn/- after establishing that the bidders lacked the required financial and technical capacity, in a decisive move to safeguard public funds.

Speaking to journalists yesterday in Dodoma, PPAA Executive Secretary Mr James Sando said the intervention prevented potential loss of public funds and ensured that strategic development projects are implemented by competent contractors.

“The decision to block unqualified contractors reinforces dispute resolution mechanisms and aligns with President Samia Suluhu Hassans governance philosophy of fairness, transparency and equal opportunity,” Mr Sando said.

He noted t...