The partnership was discussed during a meeting between NRS Executive Chairman, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, and BPP Director-General, Dr. Adebowale Adedokun, alongside technical teams from both agencies at the Revenue House in Abuja.

Adedeji said the engagement would help align the proposed review of the Public Procurement Act with the practical needs of government institutions, ensuring that changes to the legal framework translate into more efficient project delivery and better economic outcomes.

He explained that effective procurement was closely linked to public confidence in the tax system. According to him, citizens are more likely to appreciate their tax obligations when they can see public funds being used responsibly to provide infrastructure and essential services.

The NRS chairman said closer cooperation with the procurement regulator would also help the revenue service navigate procurement requirements, avoid administrative setbacks and execute projects in line with established regulations.

He urged the BPP to consider the operational challenges facing revenue institutions as it develops proposals for changes to the procurement law, noting that the reforms should improve public service delivery across government.

Kunle Ogidi, Group Director of Support Services at the NRS and leader of its technical team, said the BPP had provided guidance and capacity-building support to help the revenue service understand procurement procedures and manage project implementation more effectively.

Ogidi said continued consultation would allow both agencies to contribute practical experience to the reform process and ensure that the proposed framework addresses challenges encountered by public institutions.

In his remarks, Adedokun said the BPP was working towards a more sector-specific procurement model instead of applying identical requirements to projects with different technical and operational needs.

He explained that construction, healthcare and other specialised sectors often require different procurement approaches. A framework that recognises these differences, he said, could improve efficiency and help government agencies select contractors with the right expertise.

The BPP director-general also identified professional capacity, technology and improved contractor classification as important components of the proposed reforms. These measures are intended to help procuring entities assess service providers more effectively and apply standards suited to individual projects.

Adedokun called for stronger cooperation with the NRS to improve the national database of contractors and businesses involved in public procurement. A more comprehensive database, he said, could support transparency, improve compliance monitoring and help government agencies identify relevant businesses.

He also stressed that procurement decisions should not be based exclusively on the lowest bid. Instead, authorities should consider the overall value a proposal offers, including its quality, suitability and ability to deliver the required results.

According to Adedokun, technology-driven procurement processes and reliable contractor information could reduce cumbersome procedures, improve accountability and make public contracting more efficient.

He said the BPP had submitted recommendations on the proposed amendments to the National Assembly and remained open to consultations with government institutions and other stakeholders.

The bureau is also pursuing measures to strengthen its institutional capacity and expand its operational presence across Nigeria’s 36 states, while encouraging closer cooperation with public-sector organisations.

Adedokun emphasised that procurement plays a major role in national development because it affects infrastructure delivery, job creation, service provision and the management of public resources. He urged public officials to follow established procurement procedures, warning that compliance with due process was essential to protecting both individuals and their institutions from violations.

Both agencies expressed their commitment to sustaining discussions on the proposed reforms, with a shared focus on transparency, accountability and ensuring that government expenditure produces measurable benefits for Nigerians.

Reporting by TalkNaijaMedia