Bahrain’s parliament has approved significant amendments to the country’s government procurement regulations. The changes to Decree-Law 36 of 2002 modernize purchasing procedures and expand operational flexibility for government ministries. Parliament has now referred the amendments to the Shura Council for further review.
The reforms introduce several key changes to procurement processes. Internal purchasing ceilings for ministries have been substantially increased, allowing greater autonomy in routine acquisitions. Additionally, the amendments permit controlled negotiation procedures in specific limited cases, providing more flexibility in vendor selection.
The modernization extends to auction methods, which have been updated to reflect contemporary practices. A major provision doubles the ceiling for internal ministry purchases from BD25,000 to BD50,000, significantly streamlining procurement operations. These changes aim to improve efficiency while maintaining appropriate oversight of government spending.
Source: GDN Online | May 08, 2026