Justicia Shipena
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) has awarded 39 security service contracts worth N$535 million over the past three years. The contracts, CPBN said, aimed to promote local empowerment, job creation, and SME development.
CPBN chairperson Mary Shiimi revealed these facts during her presentation on “The Bidding Process of the CPBN” at the first Namibia Private Security Conference and 33rd annual general meeting held this week at the Mövenpick Hotel in Windhoek.
According to Shiimi, the board prioritised Namibian products, workers, and services by awarding the contracts under the Public Procurement Act of 2015.
She emphasised fairness and compliance during the bidding process.
“Together, we are building a transparent and inclusive procurement environment that supports national growth and integrity,” she said.
This comes as the CPBN has also introduced a pre-qualification system for contractors in the construction sector to promote efficiency, transparency, and accountability in public procurement.
The system aims to enhance the effectiveness of procurement for large projects, such as schools, hospitals, roads, bridges and water systems.
CPBN’s manager for stakeholder relations, Johanna Kambala, said through the new process, CPBN will identify and classify experienced and well-resourced contractors eligible for restricted bidding.
She said the goal is to shorten procurement timelines, cut costs, and ensure only qualified bidders participate in major tenders.
“This initiative demonstrates CPBN’s commitment to conducting procurement in a manner that is efficient, effective, fair, and accountable, in support of Namibia’s national development goals,” she said.
To participate, bidders must buy a pre-qualification bidding document from CPBN offices for N$3 000.
Once approved, contractors will remain on the pre-qualified database for one year and will be invited to take part in relevant restricted tenders. Applications close on 21 January 2026.
Kambala said the system will strengthen Namibia’s public procurement framework.
The event brought together leaders, policymakers, regulators, and representatives from the public and private security sectors.
The two-day event included discussions on compliance, labour issues, and training, along with an exhibition showcasing security technologies and solutions. Topics such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and transparency were central as Namibia’s security sector adapts to new challenges.
More than 200 security companies, government officials, ministries and corporate leaders attended.
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Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) chairperson Mary Shiimi speaking at the first Namibia Private Security Conference in Windhoek this week.
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