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Mr. Taofik Ajibola Balaro

Directorate of Procurement

Directorate of Procurement

The Directorate of Procurement at Emmanuel Alayande University of Education (EAUED), Oyo, is charged with ensuring efficient, transparent, and accountable procurement processes across the university. Its core responsibilities include developing and executing procurement plans, managing tendering and bidding procedures, ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement Act and BPP guidelines, and coordinating with departments to identify procurement needs. The directorate also maintains accurate documentation of all procurement activities.
Notable contributions of the directorate include the streamlining of procurement procedures to minimize delays, increased participation from qualified vendors and contractors, improved transparency in procurement cycles, and the initiation of capacity-building programs for procurement personnel and end-users.

The current and Pioneer of this directorate is Taofik Ajibola Balaro is a seasoned procurement professional and supply chain expert currently serving as the Director of Procurement at Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo (EAUED).

The Directorate of Procurement at Emmanuel Alayande University of Education (EAUED), Oyo, is the office responsible for the legal and efficient acquisition of goods, works, and services. While the Audit directorate (which we discussed earlier) checks the books after spending, the Procurement directorate manages the process during the acquisition to ensure the university gets the best value for its money.

1. Leadership

The pioneer Director of Procurement at EAUED is Mr. Taofik Ajibola Balaro. He is a seasoned procurement and supply chain expert tasked with setting up the university's bidding and purchasing frameworks following its transition to a full university.

2. Core Responsibilities

The directorate ensures that every kobo spent by the university on equipment or construction is done transparently. Their duties include:

• Tendering & Bidding: Managing the process where contractors and vendors submit quotes for university projects (e.g., building new lecture halls or supplying laboratory equipment)

• Compliance: Ensuring all purchases follow the Public Procurement Act and the guidelines of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP).

• Contract Management: Coordinating with external contractors to ensure they deliver exactly what was promised in their contracts.

• Vendor Registration: Maintaining a database of qualified and honest contractors who are eligible to do business with the university.

3. Impact on the University

By centralizing all major purchases, this directorate helps to:

• Reduce Costs: Through competitive bidding, they prevent "over-pricing" of goods.

• Minimize Delays: They streamline the paperwork needed to get essential supplies to departments.

• Ensure Quality: They verify that the university isn't buying substandard materials that will break down quickly.

4. Contact Details

If you are a vendor looking to register or a staff member inquiring about a departmental purchase:

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Email: procurement@eauedoyo.edu.ng

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