"𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚."
Thank you for joining our webinar. Your active participation and insightful contributions were instrumental in making this event a success.
Throughout our discussions, it became evident that Small and Medium Enterprises (#SMEs) face significant challenges in the #tendering process.
1. Many SMEs encounter difficulties with the complex and often opaque procurement procedures. The extensive documentation and stringent requirements can be daunting, making it hard for smaller businesses to compete with larger, well-resourced companies.
2. Access to timely and accurate information about available tenders remains a hurdle. Many SMEs lack the networks or platforms to stay informed about opportunities, leading to missed chances for growth and expansion.
Lastly, financial constraints pose a significant barrier. The costs associated with preparing tender documents, meeting compliance standards, and securing performance bonds can strain the limited resources of SMEs, often discouraging them from participating altogether.
Your engagement today emphasized the importance of addressing these challenges to create a more inclusive and equitable #tenderinglandscape. Together, we can advocate for streamlined processes, better access to information, and support mechanisms that empower #SMEs to thrive.