Scrutiny As Facemask Tender Raises Eyebrows

This came after the leader of Opposition, Dumelang Saleshando filed an urgent question without notice to Parliament demanding to know if the ministry has issued a purchase order to Moffat Group (Pty) Ltd for the purchase of disposable face masks.

Saleshando also wanted to know if the tender award was subjected to a competitive bidding procurement process, why the government did not procure the masks from the manufacturer, the total quantities ordered; the price charged as well as the delivery time for the order; how they established that the price charged is reflective of the market value; and if they are willing to state the full details of the coronavirus (COVID-19) related purchases through private businesses for public scrutiny monthly to avoid possible corruption.