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Tenders & AGPO

How to Apply for Government Tenders in Kenya

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Last reviewed 2026-11-04 Applies to: General procedure; each tender document controls

Short answer: register on e-GP, get the official tender document, check every requirement, prepare your forms and proposals and submit before the deadline.

  1. Register on e-GP and, if eligible, AGPO.
  2. Get the official tender document. Read the eligibility rules, mandatory documents and evaluation criteria.
  3. Check that each document is valid on the closing date (PIN, tax compliance, registration, permits, AGPO certificate where reserved).
  4. Prepare forms, technical proposal and priced financial proposal exactly as asked.
  5. Submit through the stated channel before the deadline and keep proof.
  6. For complaints about a process, contact the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority.

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Related guides

bid-checklistHow to Register on the e-GP Portal in Kenya

Official and source references

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