How to Register as a Tenderer on NeST

The National e-Procurement System of Tanzania (NeST) is a digital platform developed by the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) to manage government procurement processes online. It allows suppliers, service providers, and contractors to participate in tenders, submit bids, and manage procurement-related transactions with government entities. Registration on NeST is essential for anyone who wishes to supply goods, works, or services including those in specialized sectors such as ICT, or Infrastructures.

Understanding NeST

NeST is designed to improve transparency, efficiency, and accountability in public procurement. It supports several modules including

e-Registration
e-Tendering
e-Contract Management and
e-Payments.

Through this platform, suppliers can view open tenders, submit proposals, and sign framework agreements for commonly used goods and services.

Requirements for Registration

Before registering as a tenderer on NeST, ensure you have the following:

Business Registration from BRELA
Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
VAT Certificate (if applicable)
Business Licence
Professional certifications
Trade licences (depending on your industry)
Valid email address and phone number
Scanned copies of company documents

How to Create a NeST Account

Follow these steps to register as a tenderer on NeST:

Visit the official website: Go to https://nest.go.tz.
Click “Register as Tenderer” on the homepage.
Fill in organization details
Upload supporting documents
Submit the registration form
The PPRA team reviews your information. Once verified, you will receive approval to access your dashboard and start bidding.

Business Lines and Framework Agreements

After registration, you can join Framework Agreements that allow suppliers to continuously provide commonly used goods and services to government institutions.

To register your business lines:

Log in to your NeST account.
Click Frameworks → Business Lines.
Choose your area of supply or service provision
Review and sign the framework agreement using your password (keyphrase).

Licences and Compliance

All tenderers must maintain valid licences throughout their engagement. Failure to update expired licences may lead to suspension or removal from the active supplier list. Always renew your business and tax certificates and update them in your NeST profile.