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Md Shafiul Alam is a distinguished journalist and communication specialist based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, with a rich background in media, content creation, and political analysis. His career spans various roles, including simultaneous interpreter, media trainer, and speechwriter, with a particular expertise in English and Bangla. Alam has gained recognition for his adept simultaneous interpretations in high-profile events, especially those organized by UN agencies such as UNDP and UN Women. His proficiency in storytelling, case story writing, editing, and translation has led him to provide services for prominent organizations including UNDP, UNICEF, and UNCDF. Alam's journalism experience is extensive, having contributed to four prime national English dailies and several magazines in Bangladesh. He is a life member of the JICA Alumni Association Bangladesh, a member of Bangla Academy, and the Jatiya Press Club. His published works include "My Journalism and China Visit" (Amar Sangbadikota o Chin Bhromon), and he has contributed to UNDP's "Building Community Resilience" and "The Inside Story of UNDP," as well as a Compendium of Parliament Watch newsletters. In 2014, he produced an acclaimed Vox Pop for the UNDP parliament project in Bangla. In his role as a senior journalist, Alam has been instrumental in chronicling the transformation of public procurement in Bangladesh. His reporting has shed light on the evolution from a fragmented legal framework to the establishment of the Central Procurement Technical Unit (CPTU), the enactment of the Public Procurement Act 2006, and the Public Procurement Rules 2008. He has underscored the digitization of procurement through the e-Government Procurement (e-GP) system, emphasizing its efficiency and alignment with the vision of a Digital Bangladesh. His insights also extend to political analysis, having served as the Political and Economic Adviser to the High Commission of Canada and as a part-time Speech Writer to the Ambassador of Japan in Bangladesh. His work reflects a commitment to enhancing transparency, citizen engagement, and strategic communication in governance.
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Citizen engagement in Bangladesh's public procurement
The electronic government procurement (e-GP) system's role in Digital Bangladesh
The article discusses the successful implementation and operation of the electronic government procurement (e-GP) system in Bangladesh, which was launched on a pilot basis in 2011 by the Central Procurement Technical Unit (CPTU) of the Implementation Monitoring and Evaluation Division (IMED) of the Ministry of Planning. The e-GP system has been operational throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing tenderers to submit bids online, saving time and costs. The system has led to a reduction in paper usage and other expenses by 6.9%, saving 1.1 billion US dollars in FY 2018-19. A World Bank study highlighted the environmental benefits of the project, which is expected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions significantly. The article also mentions the launch of a Citizen Portal to enhance transparency and accountability in public procurement. The e-GP system is part of the government's efforts to build a Digital Bangladesh, with the support of the World Bank.
Public Procurement and the Role of Communication in Bangladesh
The article discusses the challenges and reforms in public procurement in Bangladesh, highlighting the government's efforts to ensure effective utilization of the national budget, particularly the Annual Development Programme (ADP). It outlines the implementation of the Public Procurement Act-2006 and Public Procurement Rules (PPR-2008), and the Social Awareness Campaign and Communication (SACC) component of the Public Procurement Reform Project (PPRP) II. The article details the strategic communications efforts by the Central Procurement Technical Unit (CPTU) and Bangladesh Centre for Communication Programmes (BCCP) to promote transparency and accountability. It also mentions the Government and Contractors Forum (GCF) for dialogue between stakeholders. Surveys show increased awareness and positive perception of the procurement reforms, with significant stakeholder satisfaction and an increase in e-tender participation. The article concludes with the outcomes of communications efforts and the importance of citizens' engagement in the procurement process.
Results of reforms in Bangladesh’s public procurement
The article discusses the evolution and reform of public procurement in Bangladesh, highlighting the transition from a lack of a unified legal framework prior to 2003 to the establishment of the Central Procurement Technical Unit (CPTU) and the implementation of the Public Procurement Act 2006 and Public Procurement Rules 2008. It emphasizes the importance of transparency, efficiency, and value for money in government spending, which constitutes a significant portion of the country's ADP and national budget. The article also covers the digitization of procurement through the e-Government Procurement (e-GP) system, which has led to cost savings, reduced tender processing times, and continued operation during the pandemic. Training programs, international cooperation, and the launch of a citizen portal to enhance transparency are also mentioned. The writer, a senior journalist and communication specialist, concludes by noting the alignment of procurement reforms with SDG targets and the move towards a more sustainable, equitable procurement system.
Introduction of electronic procurement in Bangladesh
Bangladesh has initiated the implementation of an Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system, a move welcomed by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The e-GP system aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in public procurement processes. Developed by the Central Procurement Technical Unit (CPTU) and financially supported by the World Bank, the system is part of the Public Procurement Reform Project-II. It will be introduced in phases, starting with four target agencies: LGED, RHD, BWDB, and REB. The e-GP system will eventually be expanded to all government procuring entities. The initiative aligns with the government's vision of building a Digital Bangladesh and improving the quality of life through better public procurement. Despite challenges such as low internet connectivity and power shortages, the government is committed to overcoming these to achieve its digital goals by 2021.
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