TSC’s Performance Contract for Principals on Local Content Procurement
The promotion of local content in procurement has become an essential aspect of economic development in many countries. In Kenya, the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has incorporated this aspect in its performance contract with secondary school principals.
The performance contract is an agreement between the TSC and the head of the institution outlining the goals and objectives that the commission expects school to achieve within a given period.
One of the key expectation of the performance contract is the promotion of local content in procurement. According to the contract, the principal have to ensure that 45% of school procured orders come from to local firms where they qualify.
Goods and services will qualify as local where they are wholly produced in Kenya using local input. If the goods and services are non-Kenyan, they have to undergo at least 35% transformation in value addition.
This requirement is crucial as it promotes the growth of local industries, creates employment opportunities, and contributes to the overall economic growth of the country.
By promoting local content in procurement, schools can contribute to the development of local industries, which in turn can lead to the growth of the national economy.
To achieve this goal, principals need to be aware of local suppliers and their capabilities. They should also ensure that the procurement process is transparent and competitive, giving equal opportunities to all qualified local suppliers.
The use of local suppliers can also have a positive impact on the quality of goods and services as the suppliers are more familiar with the local market and can provide more tailored solutions.
In conclusion, the promotion of local content in procurement is an essential aspect of economic development in Kenya. Through the performance contract, the TSC has taken a proactive approach to promote this requirement in schools.
It is, therefore, essential for principals to understand their role in promoting local content in procurement and take the necessary steps to ensure that the school meets the requirements of the performance contract.
By doing so, they can contribute to the development of the local economy and the overall growth of the country.
TSC’s Performance Contract for Principals on Local Content Procurement