The recently passed Government Procurement Bill makes political interference a criminal offence, and allows decisions on government purchases to be challenged, PKR Youth said in the face of criticisms by an anti-graft group.
The youth wing’s legal and public complaints bureau chief Khairul Naim Rafidi said those found guilty of political interference risk a maximum fine of RM500,000 or a jail term of up to five years.
The bill also provides for greater oversight when it comes to mega projects with open tenders required for contracts and conflict-of-interest declarations. Suppliers must also be registered, he said.
“These details will be published on the MyProcurement portal,” he said in a statement.
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