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Bahrain Tender Board Celebrates the Kingdom's National Days

Feb 15, 2026

Bahrain Tender Board Celebrates the Kingdom's National Days

Tender Board Hosts Event to Celebrate Bahrain National Sports Day

Feb 12, 2026

His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Tender Board, affirmed that Bahrain National Sports Day is an annual event dedicated to raising community awareness regarding the importance of integrating sports into daily life. He noted its role in promoting public health, fostering a culture of physical activity, and supporting values of cooperation and positive interaction ....

Tender Board Equal Opportunities Committee Holds First Periodic Meeting for 2026

Feb 11, 2026

The Equal Opportunities Committee of the Tender Board held its first periodic meeting for 2026, chaired by Eng. Reema Isa Al-Saffar, Director of Technical Evaluation. The meeting reviewed the Committee’s key achievements and results of the past year.

The Tender Board Receives CIPS Procurement Ethics Accreditation for Fifth Consecutive Year - Secreta ....

Feb 08, 2026

The Tender Board has been awarded the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Procurement Ethics accreditation for the fifth year in a row, following successful completion of professional examinations by several members. This accomplishment reflects the Board's dedication to applying the highest standards of integrity and transparency in government procurement processes and further un ....

Tender Board Sends Over 575,000 Electronic Notifications to Suppliers and Contractors in 2025

Jan 25, 2026

The Tender Board announced that it dispatched 575,969 electronic Notifications to suppliers and contractors through its electronic tendering system last year. This reflects the Board’s dedication to proactive communication with suppliers, enhancing transparency, safeguarding their rights, increasing participation in government tenders and auctions, and fostering competitiveness within the public s ....

On Occasion of Bahrain Police Day, Secretary General of the Tender Board Affirms their Vital Nationa ....

Dec 14, 2025

His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Tender Board, highlighted the significant contribution of the Bahrain Police in maintaining security and stability. He noted that Bahrain Police Day serves as a national occasion to acknowledge the sincere efforts and sacrifices of police personnel in safeguarding the country’s security and societal stability.

With Participation Of 95 Chairpersons and Members of Internal Tender Committees Representing over 50 ....

Dec 14, 2025

The Tender Board organised an introductory workshop on the roles and responsibilities of internal tender, auction, procurement, and sales committees in government entities. The event was attended by 95 chairpersons and committee members, representing over 50 entities from various ministries, authorities, and government companies subject to the Government Tenders, Auctions, Procurement, and Sales L ....

Secretary General of the Tender Board: Bahraini Women's Day Showcases Women's Achievements and Role ....

Nov 30, 2025

His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Tender Board, affirmed that Bahraini Women's Day serves as an opportunity to highlight women's vital contributions to the nation's development under the prosperous reign of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

Tender Board Equal Opportunities Committee Holds Third Meeting of the Year

Nov 06, 2025

The Equal Opportunities Committee of the Tender Board convened its third periodic meeting of the year, chaired by Eng. Reema Isa Al-Saffar, Director of the Technical Evaluation Department.

Bahrain Awards Tenders Valued at USD 3 Billion in First Nine Months of 2025

Nov 03, 2025

The Kingdom of Bahrain’s government procurement regulator, the Tender Board, announced today at the prestigious Investment Forum, Gateway Gulf 2025, awarding government tenders worth USD 3 billion (BD 1.155 billion) during the first nine months of 2025.

Secretary General of the Tender Board: Bahraini Engineers' Day Celebrates the Contributions of Natio ....

Oct 15, 2025

Secretary General of the Tender Board: Bahraini Engineers' Day Celebrates the Contributions of National Engineering Talent

Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs and Chairman of the Tender Board Meets UAE Ambassador to t ....

Sep 10, 2025

His Excellency Yasser bin Ibrahim Humaidan, Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs and Chairman of the Tender Board, Meets His Excellency Fahad Mohammed Salem bin Kardous Al Ameri, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the Kingdom of Bahrain, in the presence of His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Tender Board.

Tender Board Equal Opportunities Committee Holds Second Meeting of the Year

Sep 07, 2025

The Equal Opportunities Committee of the Tender Board held its second periodic meeting of the year, chaired by Eng. Reema Isa Al-Saffar, Director of Technical Evaluation.

Tender Board launches 16 training courses for entities and suppliers

Jul 30, 2025

The Tender Board has launched 16 awareness workshops and training courses for the second half of 2025, offered in Arabic and English. The programs target government entities subject to the Government Tender and Purchases Law, as well as suppliers and contractors.

Bahrain Tender Board Wins “Procurement Team of the Year 2025” Award from the Chartered Institute of ....

Jul 02, 2025

The Bahrain Tender Board (BTB) has won the “Procurement Team of the Year 2025” award at the 2025 Procurement and Supply Futures Forum, organised by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS).

Tender Board Secretary General meets Edamah CEO

Jul 01, 2025

Jamal bin Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Bahrain Tender Board, met with Khaled Abdulrahman Al Majed, CEO of Edamah, the real estate arm of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company.

Attended by 148 Procurement Specialists from the Private Sector Tender Board Holds Workshops on ‘Su ....

Jun 29, 2025

The Tender Board organized virtual workshops entitled “Suppliers and Contractors’ Rights”, attended by 148 procurement specialists from private sector companies. The initiative reflects the Board’s commitment to promoting transparency, fairness, and equal opportunities in government procurement.

Tender Board launches "Hotline" service to support SMEs

Jun 22, 2025

The Tender Board has announced the launch of a dedicated hotline to provide technical support and guidance for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) wishing to participate in government tenders and auctions. This initiative reflects the Board’s commitment to supporting SMEs by clarifying procedures and helping them submit compliant and competitive bids.

Bahrain Tender Board Organises Specialised Workshop for Members of the American Chamber of Commerce ....

Jun 17, 2025

The Bahrain Tender Board (BTB) held a specialised workshop for members of the American Chamber of Commerce in Bahrain (AmCham) entitled: “Government Tendering and Auction Procedures”. The workshop was attended by a group of business owners, traders and professionals in procurement and supply chain fields, with the aim of shedding light on government tendering procedures and highlighting optimal wa ....

BTB Holds Workshop on ‘Suppliers and Contractors’ Rights’

Jun 15, 2025

As part of its ongoing commitment to promoting transparency, fairness and equal opportunities in government tender processes, the Bahrain Tender Board (BTB) has held a virtual workshop entitled “Suppliers and Contractors’ Rights”, attended by procurement specialists from private‑sector companies as well as suppliers and contractors.

BTB Holds Workshop on Tender Evaluation Procedures for Customs Affairs Committees

Jun 06, 2025

The Bahrain Tender Board (BTB) has conducted a specialised workshop on tender evaluation procedures for members of the Customs Affairs’ tender evaluation committees, as part of a series of programmes designed to strengthen the technical and procedural readiness of government personnel.

Bahrain Tender Board Holds Workshop on “Suppliers’ and Contractors’ Rights”

Jun 04, 2025

As part of its ongoing efforts to promote transparency and fair competition, and to reaffirm its pivotal role in regulating government procurement and sales, the Bahrain Tender Board (BTB) will hold a virtual workshop on “Suppliers’ and Contractors’ Rights” on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

BTB Completes Enrolment of All Procuring Entities in Notification Service

Jun 01, 2025

The Bahrain Tender Board (BTB) has announced the completion of the enrolment of all government entities governed by the Law Regulating Government Tenders, Purchases and Sales into its electronic notification and follow‑up service, thereby enhancing direct, effective communication with suppliers and contractors and encouraging wider participation in public tenders.

BTB Secretary General Receives Doctoral Thesis from Researcher Shaima Abdullah

May 27, 2025

His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Bahrain Tender Board (BTB), today received a copy of a doctoral thesis from researcher Dr Shaima Abdullah, entitled “The Legal Framework of Electronic Public Auctions – A Comparative Study”, recently awarded by Ibn Tofail University in Rabat, Morocco.

BTB Issues More Than 164,000 Electronic Notifications to Suppliers Since Launch of Service

May 03, 2025

The Bahrain Tender Board (BTB) has announced that 164,586 electronic notifications have been sent to suppliers and contractors since the launch of the first phase of its notification service last October, reflecting high levels of engagement and smooth communication that reinforce transparency and competitiveness in government tenders.

Increase in Awards and Tenders and Improved Response Times ,the Tender Board Issues 2024 Annual Repo ....

Apr 27, 2025

The Tender Board has released its 2024 annual report, highlighting key performance indicators and achievements over the past year, reflecting the ongoing progress in enhancing the government procurement system.

On the Occasion of Bahraini Youth Day: Eng. Al Alawi: The Bahrain Tender Board Continues to Empower ....

Mar 25, 2025

On the occasion of Bahraini Youth Day, celebrated annually on March 25, Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Bahrain Tender Board, highlighted the vital role of Bahraini youth in driving development and innovation. He praised the significant support provided by the wise leadership to this segment, describing youth as the primary driver of the Kingdom’s future.

Bahrain Tender Board Holds Introductory Workshop to Support SMEs

Mar 22, 2025

The Bahrain Tender Board (BTB) held an introductory workshop for procuring entities on the initiative to allocate a number of tenders and auctions to small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The workshop was attended by 171 employees and specialists representing 48 government ministries, agencies, and companies subject to the Law Regulating Tenders, Auctions, Government Procurement and Sales. The init ....

Tender Board’s Equal Opportunities Committee Holds Its First Meeting of the Year

Feb 23, 2025

The Equal Opportunities Committee at the Tender Board held its first meeting of 2025, chaired by Eng. Reema Isa Al-Saffar, Director, Technical Evaluation at the Board, with the participation of the committee members.

Bahrain Tender Board Grants Accreditation Licences to 283 Employees for Tender Evaluation During 202 ....

Feb 23, 2025

As part of its efforts to enhance the efficiency of government tenders, purchases, and sales processes, the Bahrain Tender Board (BTB) granted accreditation licences to 283 employees from various government entities in 2024.

Tender Board Secretary General Reviews the Board’s Experience on Integrity, Transparency and Governa ....

Feb 16, 2025

His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Tender Board, participated as a keynote speaker at the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Forum on Public Sector Integrity, which took place via videoconferencing with a group of experts and decision-makers from various countries.

Tender Board earns CIPS procurement ethics accreditation for fourth consecutive year

Feb 04, 2025

In an achievement reflecting its commitment to its institutional values, the Tender Board has obtained the Chartered Institute for Procurement and Supply (CIPS) procurement ethics accreditation in organizations for the fourth consecutive year, which affirms the Board's commitment to applying the highest standards of integrity and transparency in managing government procurement operations and enhan ....

Bahrain Tender Board Celebrates the Kingdom's National Days

Dec 16, 2024

The Tender Board held an event in celebration of Kingdom of Bahrain’s National Days and the 25th anniversary of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s accession to the throne, along with the accompanying national events.

Bahrain Tender Board achieves the European Society for Quality Research Award 2024

Dec 14, 2024

The Bahrain Tender Board has won the 2024 European Society for Quality Research (ESQR) Award, presented by the Swiss-based European Society for Quality Research, headquartered in Switzerland. The award recognizes the Board's commitment to the highest quality standards and its excellence in providing highly efficient services in the field of government procurement.

Secretary General of the Bahrain Tender Board Participates in the European Society for Quality Resea ....

Dec 12, 2024

Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Bahrain Tender Board, participated in the annual conference of the European Society for Quality Research held in Vienna, Austria. The conference brought together over 100 experts, decision-makers, and representatives from the public and private sectors worldwide.

Celebrating Bahraini Women's Day , Secretary General of the Tender Board: Bahraini Women Excel in al ....

Dec 01, 2024

His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al-Alawi, Secretary General of the Tender Board, affirmed the continuous support that Bahraini women receive from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Bahrain, may God protect him, as well as the ongoing follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, may God protect him

To Enhance Transparency and Increase Supplier Participation Tender Board Launches Second Batch of no ....

Nov 30, 2024

The Tender Board announced the launch of the second batch of notifications dedicated to suppliers and contractors, aiming to enhance the performance of its e-Tendring system, following the first phase of the electronic notifications development project.

Bahrain Tender Board Supports National Carbon Neutrality Initiative by Participating in Tree Week

Nov 03, 2024

Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Bahrain Tender Board, participated in this year's Tree Week, demonstrating strong support for the Kingdom of Bahrain's National Action Plan aimed at achieving carbon neutrality.

Secretary General of BTB meets CEO of EXPRO

Oct 27, 2024

His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Bahrain Tender Board (BTB), met with Eng. Abulrazzaq bin Sobhi Alaujan, CEO of the Saudi Government Expenditure and Projects Efficiency Authority (EXPRO).

Bahrain Tender Board SG Highlights the Pivotal Role of Bahraini Engineers in Advancing Urban and Dev ....

Oct 15, 2024

His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Bahrain Tender Board (BTB), extended his congratulations to all Bahraini engineers on the occasion of Bahraini Engineer's Day, celebrated annually on October 15.

Bahrain Tender Board SG Discusses Partnership, Cooperation with His Omani Counterpart in Muscat to E ....

Oct 08, 2024

His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of Bahrain Tender Board, met with Eng. Badr bin Salem Al Maamari, Secretary General of the Tender Board in the sisterly Sultanate of Oman.

Tender Board launches 8 new notifications to suppliers, bringing the total to 37

Oct 06, 2024

The Tender Board announced the launch of the first phase of notifications in its e-tendering system by issuing 8 new notifications targeting suppliers and contractors. This brings the total notifications available in the system to 37, in line with the basic principles of Bahrain Economic Vision 2030.

Bahrain Tender Board Issues Circular to Stakeholders Concerning Procurement Plans

Oct 03, 2024

In line with the efforts of the Bahrain Tender Board to enhance the readiness of suppliers and contractors to submit their bids and broaden their participation in government tenders, as well as to improve the procedures for organising and planning these activities in advance, His Excellency Mr Yaser bin Ibrahim Humaidan, Chairman of Bahrain Tender Board, has issued Circular No. (3) of 2024 concer ....

Bahrain Tender Board Secretary Reiterates Ongoing Support for National Cadres

Aug 27, 2024

The Bahrain Tender Board recently held a workshop titled "The Role of the Tender Board in the Government Work System" for a number of department heads and officials from the government sector participating in the Kawader Programme. This programme is the fourth stage in the leadership development ladder within the National Programme for Government Leadership Development. The workshop took place at ....

Tender Board's Equal Opportunities Committee Holds Regular Meeting

Jul 11, 2024

The Equal Opportunities Committee of the Tender Board held its regular meeting, chaired by Eng. Reema Isa AlSaffar, Director, Technical Evaluation and Chair of the Committee.

Tender Board: 7.7% Increase in Speed of Processing Requests Within 14 Days in Q1 Compared to the Sam ....

Jun 05, 2024

His Excellency Mr. Yaser bin Ebrahim Humaidan, Chairman of the Tender Board, confirmed that the Board has achieved a remarkable record of positive performance indicators in terms of response speed to processing requests from partners, including government entities, suppliers and contractors during the first quarter of 2024

Bahrain Tender Board Receives Prestigious “Excellence in Procurement Values and Ethics” Award from C ....

May 27, 2024

The award was received by His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Tender Board, from Mr. Matt Howell, CEO of CIPS, during the CIPS Excellence Awards Conference and Ceremony (CIPS MENA) 2024, recently held in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. The event was attended by over 1,000 participants from around the world, including experts and decision-makers in procuremen ....

Chairman of Tender Board Reaffirms Continued Streamlining of Government Tender Procedures

May 26, 2024

His Excellency Mr. Yaser bin Ebrahim Humaidan, Chairman of The Tender Board (BTB), reiterated the Board’s commitment to continuing the development and streamlining government tender procedures. The aim is to enhance the quality of services provided and expedite response speed to requests received by the Board. The goal is to achieve greater effectiveness, efficiency, and flexibility in dealings be ....

Bahrain Tender Board Secretary General Honours “Eng. Mohammed Al Khajah” For receiving the Ideal Emp ....

Apr 06, 2024

As part of Tender Board General Secretariat’s continuous support to its members and in an initiative to promote excellence and creativity in completing work tasks, His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, the Secretary General of the Tender Board, recently honoured Eng. Mohamed Yusuf Al Khajah, Chief of Qualifications in the Technical Specifications & Qualifications Department.

Tender Board Obtains “CIPS” Accreditation for Ethics in Organizations’ Procurement

Feb 28, 2024

Bahrain Tenders Board (BTB) has recently obtained the accreditation certificate for ethics in procurement for organisations issued by the Chartered Institute for Procurement and Supply (CIPS). This achievement comes after its members completed the training and successfully passed the exam in several areas of ethical procurement and supply management.

The Tenders Board organizes and participates in Bahrain Sports Day

Feb 22, 2024

The Bahrain Tender Board has marked the Bahrain Sports Day by organizing a wide range of sports activities for its employees. This initiative aligns with the noble directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to celebrate Bahrain Sports Day 2024. This function aimed to raise awareness among employees regarding the significance of sports ....

Bahrain Tender Board Secretary General Receives “Lame’a” Participants

Jan 29, 2024

His Excellency Eng. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of the Bahrain Tender Board, affirmed the board's ongoing efforts to improve the responsiveness and speed of request completion in order to provide excellent services to partners, including Purchase Authority, suppliers, and contractors.

Humaidan Commends the Efforts Made by the General Secretariat: Bahrain Tender Board Receives ISO Cer ....

Jan 16, 2024

His Excellency Mr. Yaser bin Ebrahim Humaidan, Chairman of Tenders Board (BTB), has recently received the ISO 9001:2015 certificate in quality management, which the Board obtained after meeting all the necessary requirements and applying the standards required to obtain this international certificate.

Al Alawi: The index of Request Completion Speed Hits 91.5% within 14 days or less

Dec 25, 2023

With the aim to discuss enhancing joint cooperation and coordination: The Secretary General of Bahra ....

Dec 12, 2023

His Excellency Engineer Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi, Secretary General of Bahrain Tenders Board (BTB), has recently received Mr Mohamed Yousif Al Binfalah, CEO of Bahrain Airport Company (BAC).

Bahrain Tender Board Organise Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Campaign

Nov 29, 2023

Bahrain Tender Board (BTB), in coordination with the Ministry of Health, has recently organised a seasonal influenza vaccination campaign for members of the Board’s General Secretariat at the BTB headquarters.

BTB Secretary General and CRPEP Chairman Discuss Ways of Coordination and Cooperation

Nov 06, 2023

The Secretary General of the Bahrain Tender Board (BTB), H.E. Jamal Abdulaziz Al-Alawi, held a meeting with the Chairman of the Council for Regulating the Practice of Engineering Professions (CRPEP), Dr. Abdullah Yousef Talib to discuss strengthening the collaboration and partnership between both entities.

BTB Secretary General, Praised the Engineers to their Leading Role in the Kingdom’s Development

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