Sangsad Bhaban, April 9 -- The Public Procurement (Amendment) Bill, 2026 was passed in Parliament on Thursday as the government moves to modernise the nation's public purchasing framework.

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury placed and moved the bill in the House, which was passed by voice vote.

The proposed legislation aims to overhaul the nearly two-decade-old law to align Bangladesh with international best practices, focusing on sustainability, transparency, and "Value for Money."

The bill seeks to formalise the Public Procurement (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, which was previously promulgated by the President during the Prof Muhammad Yunus-led interim government.

One of the most significant changes lies in the fundamental ...