In a move that is expected to reduce corruption in the public procurement sector, The Minister of Finance and Economic Development, Mthuli Ncube has introduced a standard price list to be used in the public procurement process.
Find Press Release below
The Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion and the Procurement
Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (PRAZ) wish to inform the current and potential suppliers that the
Government has introduced a National Standard Price List (NSPL) to guide the procurement of
commonly used goods and services across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAS).
This measure has been introduced to guarantee value for money in public spending by addressing price
inconsistencies across MDAs and enhancing control over public expenditures.
The implementation of the NSPL is expected to enhance cost savings, transparency, and efficiency in
public procurement, thereby supporting national development priorities.
The NSPL also forms part of the Government’s broader Public Financial Management reforms, which
include the rollout of the electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) System, strengthened financial
oversight, and improved budget management systems.
Moreover, in accordance with the 2026 National Budget Statement, priority will be given to domestically produced goods and services. Similarly, the Government of Zimbabwe will lead in the use of the local currency, and as a result, payments to local suppliers will be made solely in the local currency.
Further guidance on implementing the NSPL has already been communicated to Ministries,
Departments, and Agencies through Treasury Circular No. 4 of 2026 and PRAZ’s Circular No. OPS/2 of
2026. The NSPL can be accessed at
The NSPL is effective from the date of its issuance by PRAZ.