eProcurement Platforms Every Business Owner Should Know

Looking to land government or NGO contracts in 2025? It all begins with knowing where tenders are posted. eProcurement platforms have made it easier than ever to search, apply, and win contracts — whether you’re in Kenya, the US, or the UK.

This guide breaks down the top platforms you should be registered on right now.

Kenya: eProcurement Portals You Must Know

1. IFMIS Kenya (eProcurement)

   • Accessed via eCitizen Supplier Portal

   • Used by ministries and county governments

   • Requires KRA PIN, CR12, AGPO, and tax compliance

2. Tenders.co.ke

   • Government’s consolidated tender listing site

   • Easy to filter by category or agency

   • Integrates with eCitizen for submissions

3. Individual County Portals

   • Some counties have their own eProcurement portals

   • Eg. Nairobi, Kiambu, Mombasa County websites

🇺🇸 United States: Federal & State Procurement

1. SAM.gov

   • Central portal for all federal contracts

   • Register your business, get UEI, and apply directly

2. Grants.gov (For non-contract opportunities)

   • Focuses on grants, but valuable for NGOs and research-based entities

3. State Portals

   • Each state has its own portal (e.g. California eProcure, New York Contracts Gateway)

Note: Always look up NAICS codes to categorise your business correctly.

🇬🇧 United Kingdom: Public Contracts Portal

1. Contracts Finder

   • Most public contracts over £12,000 are listed here

   • Filter by location, category, value

2. Find a Tender (FTS)

   • For contracts over the WTO threshold

   • Mostly used by larger government entities

3. Crown Commercial Service (CCS)

   • Join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) or Framework Agreement

   • Suitable for tech, health, logistics, consulting, etc.

🌍 International Organisations (Bonus List)

Many NGOs and development agencies also use public platforms:

• UNGM.org (UN agencies)

• World Bank eConsultant2

• Devex.com (curated opportunities from multiple organisations)

• USAID Business Forecast

These tenders often favour African and Global South suppliers for localisation and impact goals.

✅ Final Thoughts

If you’re not on these platforms yet, you're leaving money on the table. With public procurement spending on the rise globally, smart entrepreneurs and SMEs are positioning themselves to tap into these opportunities.

💡 Get listed. Get noticed. Get the contract.