Suppliers & Procurement — Kenya Airports Authority

Procurement opportunities

Current Tenders

Search and filter all open, closed, and awarded tenders across KAA's nine airports. Download tender documents and access submission guidance.

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First-time bidders

How to Bid for KAA Tenders

KAA's procurement process follows the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act (PPADA) 2015. Here's how to find, prepare, and submit a competitive bid.

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Find a relevant tender

Search and filter the Current Tenders list above by category, airport, and closing date. Read the tender description carefully to confirm your business is eligible to bid.

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Download all tender documents

Click "View Details" on the relevant tender to access the full tender document set, including specifications, terms of reference, eligibility criteria, and evaluation methodology. Download all addenda — these often contain critical clarifications.

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Check eligibility requirements

Confirm you meet all eligibility criteria including valid business registration, tax compliance (KRA Tax Compliance Certificate), and any sector-specific licences. Some tenders are reserved for Youth, Women, or Persons with Disability (PWD) enterprises under Chapter Six / AGPO provisions — check if you qualify for preferential access.

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Prepare your submission

Compile your technical proposal, financial proposal, and all required supporting documents (registration certificates, tax compliance, professional licences, references) according to the format specified in the tender document.

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Submit before the deadline

Submit your bid by the closing date and time specified. Late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances. Phase 1 submissions are by sealed bid or email as specified per tender — Phase 2 will introduce a fully online submission portal.

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Evaluation and award

KAA's procurement committee evaluates all compliant bids against the published criteria. Successful bidders receive a Notification of Award; unsuccessful bidders may request a debrief. Award notices are published on this portal — see the Award Notices section below.

Frequently asked questions

What is AGPO / Chapter Six and how do I qualify?

The Access to Government Procurement Opportunities (AGPO) programme reserves 30% of government procurement opportunities for enterprises owned by Youth, Women, and Persons with Disabilities (PWD). To qualify, your business must be registered on the AGPO portal and hold a valid AGPO certificate. Tenders marked "AGPO Reserved" are open only to certified enterprises in these categories.

What documents do I need to submit with every bid?

Standard requirements typically include: a valid Certificate of Incorporation / Business Registration, a current KRA Tax Compliance Certificate, a valid Business Permit, audited financial statements (for larger tenders), professional/sector licences relevant to the tender category, and a duly completed and signed tender form. Specific tenders may require additional documents — always check the tender document for the complete list.

Common reasons bids are disqualified

The most common reasons for disqualification are: late submission (bids received after the closing time, even by minutes, are rejected); missing mandatory documents (especially tax compliance certificates and registration documents); failure to follow the specified submission format; non-compliance with technical specifications; and expired certificates or licences. Carefully review the tender checklist before submission.

Can I ask questions about a tender before submitting?

Yes. Most tenders specify a clarification deadline — typically 5–7 days before the closing date. Submit written clarification questions to the contact listed in the tender document. Responses are shared with all bidders as an addendum to ensure a fair and transparent process.

How will I know if my bid was successful?

All bidders are formally notified in writing of the outcome. Successful bidders receive a Notification of Award and are invited to contract negotiation. Award notices for all major tenders are also published on this portal in the Award Notices section. Unsuccessful bidders may request a debrief from the procurement office.

Procurement Process Guide

Download the complete guide to KAA's procurement process, including templates, eligibility checklists, and AGPO guidance.

Supplier database

Register as a Supplier

Registering with KAA's supplier database gives your business priority notification of relevant tenders, access to the supplier portal, and a streamlined registration profile for future bids.

Priority tender notifications

Registered suppliers receive notifications when tenders matching their registered categories are published.

Streamlined documentation

Store your registration documents, tax compliance certificates, and licences in your supplier profile for faster bid preparation.

Preferred supplier consideration

For certain categories, KAA may invite registered and pre-qualified suppliers to participate in restricted tenders.

Registration via suppliers.kaa.go.ke

Supplier registration is currently managed through KAA's dedicated supplier portal at suppliers.kaa.go.ke. Complete the form below to begin your registration — our procurement team will guide you through the full process on the supplier portal.

Start your supplier registration

Complete this form and our procurement team will guide you through registration on suppliers.kaa.go.ke. We respond within 2 business days.

Contact name *

Company name *

Email address *

Phone number *

Primary business category *

KRA PIN

AGPO category (if applicable)

Additional information

Or visit suppliers.kaa.go.ke directly to register.

Plan ahead

Annual Procurement Plan

KAA publishes its Annual Procurement Plan at the start of each financial year, enabling suppliers to anticipate and prepare for upcoming opportunities.

Current Financial Year

Consolidated Annual Procurement Plan FY 2025/26

The consolidated plan covers all anticipated procurement across construction, equipment, services, consultancy, and commercial leasing categories for the current financial year, broken down by airport and estimated value band.

Published: 1 July 2025 · Format: PDF / XLSX

Category breakdown — FY 2025/26

Construction & Civil Works ~35% of plan

Equipment & Supplies ~22% of plan

General Services ~20% of plan

Commercial Leasing & Concessions ~15% of plan

Consultancy & Professional Services ~8% of plan

Prior year plans

Transparency

Award Notices

In the interest of transparency, KAA publishes notices of contract awards for major tenders, including the awarded supplier and contract value where disclosable.

KAA/OT/JKIA/0098

Supply and Installation of Baggage X-Ray Screening Equipment — JKIA T1

Awarded to: Smiths Detection (Africa) Ltd · Contract value: KES 184,500,000

● Awarded Awarded: 18 Apr 2025

KAA/OT/MBD/0142

Development & Management of Forex Bureau — Wilson Airport

Awarded to: Sokoni Bureau de Change Ltd · Concession term: 5 years

● Awarded Awarded: 2 Mar 2025

Governance

Procurement Policy & Framework

KAA's procurement activities are governed by the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act (PPADA) 2015 and associated regulations, ensuring fairness, transparency, and value for money in all procurement processes.

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Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act (PPADA) 2015

Primary legislative framework governing all KAA procurement

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KAA Procurement Manual

Internal procedures, thresholds, and delegated authority levels

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AGPO / Chapter Six Guidelines

Preferential access for Youth, Women, and PWD enterprises

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Code of Ethics for Procurement Professionals

Standards of conduct for KAA procurement staff and committees

📄 Policy documents

🛃 Independent oversight

KAA's procurement processes are subject to audit by the Office of the Auditor-General and oversight by the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA). Complaints regarding procurement processes may be lodged with the Public Procurement Administrative Review Board (PPARB).

Procurement complaints

Concerns regarding a specific procurement process should first be raised with the KAA Procurement Office via the contact details below. Formal review requests may be lodged with PPARB within statutory timeframes.