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Barnama
6 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
KKDW Committed To Improving SOPs For Selected Pre-Q Procurement Method
PUTRAJAYA, July 24 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW) is committed to improving the standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines, for the implementation of the Selected Pre-Qualified Open Tender Procurement (Selected Pre-Q Procurement or TTPKT) method. This follows the remarks and recommendations made by the National Audit Department (JAN) in the 2025 Auditor General's Report (LKAN) Series 2, on the activities of ministries, departments, statutory bodies, and federal government companies. According to KKDW, the Selected Pre-Q Procurement method has been implemented in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Finance (MOF). 'This method is a pilot initiative introduced to accelerate the implementation of infrastructure projects for the benefit of the people. Naturally, as a new pilot approach, it is not without its shortcomings,' the ministry said, in a statement, today. In addition, KKDW has adopted best practices from the Public Works Department (JKR), which serves as the primary Technical Department. KKDW clarified that there were no financial implications or losses to the government based on the audit findings. However, the ministry acknowledged that several areas require improvement. The ministry also welcomed and concurred with the Auditor General's recommendation that, should the government decide to continue with the Selected Pre-Q Procurement method, necessary enhancements must be implemented to address current shortcomings. 'KKDW remains committed to ensuring that all procurement processes for rural development are carried out with full accountability and transparency, in line with sound public financial management and best governance practices,' it added. The 2025 Auditor-General's Report (LKAN) Series 2, tabled in the Dewan Rakyat on July 21, revealed that three ministries failed to meet the objectives of implementing the Selected Pre-Q Procurement method, which was intended to expedite procurement processes and accelerate project implementation, including high-impact projects and those under the Jana Wibawa initiative, which were later cancelled.
Malaysiakini
21-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysiakini
Auditor report tells ministries to discontinue selected procurement method
The implementation of the Selected Pre-Qualified Open Tender Procurement at the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Ministry, the Works Ministry and the Rural and Regional Development Ministry has not achieved the objective of expediting the procurement process. According to the Auditor General's Report (AG Report) 2/2025 tabled in the Dewan Rakyat today for the Works Ministry, the implementing agency audited was the Sabah Public Works Department.
The Sun
21-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
AG report finds flaws in selected pre-q procurement in three ministries
KUALA LUMPUR: The Auditor General's Report (AG Report) 2/2025 has raised concerns over the Selected Pre-Qualified Open Tender Procurement (Selected Pre-Q Procurement) method used by three ministries, stating it fails to expedite procurement as intended. The ministries under scrutiny are the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA), the Ministry of Works (KKR), and the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW). The audit, which focused on the Sabah Public Works Department (JKR) under KKR, found that the method allows potential manipulation and lacks transparency in company selection. 'Only certain companies were approved to participate in the tender, reducing market competitiveness,' the report stated. Another issue highlighted was the absence of a comprehensive database of reputable contractors. 'Ministries or departments involved do not have a database related to the list of reputable and high-performing companies,' the report noted. This gap further delays the process, with procurement periods stretching between 152 and 553 days due to unclear timelines. The AG Report recommended discontinuing the Selected Pre-Q Procurement method in favour of open tenders to ensure accountability. However, it acknowledged that the method could still be relevant for large-scale projects requiring specific technical and financial capabilities. To improve efficiency, the audit suggested stricter project selection criteria, focusing on urgent and non-specialised projects. It also called for clearer evaluation terms and the use of centralised databases like the Construction Industry Development Board's (CIDB) Centralised Information Management System (CIMS). – Bernama
