How to Apply for PPADB in Botswana

How to Apply for PPADB in Botswana

What is PPADB?

The Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Board (PPADB) was established as a parastatal entity in July 2002 following the promulgation of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal, Cap 42:08 of 2001 which marked a major reform in procurement. The role of PPADB is to adjudicate and award tenders for Central Government.

How to Apply for PPADB in Botswana

1. Visit IPMS Portal.
2. Select Register button if new user or request for IPMS Account details from Service Desk to login.
3. Create IPMS Account.
4. Provide your company username and password to create login details for IPMS account.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get Ppadb codes?

The PPADB registration process follows these simple steps:

1. Choose the code category or Categories.
2. Pick form the listed PPADB Codes.
3. Check the minimum requirements for the codes you want.
4. Apply for the desired codes.
5. Wait for approval form the PPADB institution.

What is the procurement system in Botswana?

Botswana’s public procurement system is centred on the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Board (PPADB), whose mission is ‘to lead the effective implementation of a devolved, efficient, cost-effective and transparent public procurement and asset disposal system through an appropriate regulatory environment’.

What is Ppadb registration?

The primary mandate of PPADB is to adjudicate and award tenders for the Central Government and any other institutions specified under the Act for the delivery of works, services, and supplies related services. It is required to register as a contractor if you are to compete for government tenders.

How to apply for Ppadb in Botswana?

Contractor Registration Steps;

1. Visit IPMS Portal.
2. Select Register button if new user or request for IPMS Account details from Service Desk to login.
3. Create IPMS Account.
4. Provide your company username and password to create login details for IPMS account.

What is the procurement system in Botswana?

Botswana’s public procurement system is centred on the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Board (PPADB), whose mission is ‘to lead the effective implementation of a devolved, efficient, cost-effective and transparent public procurement and asset disposal system through an appropriate regulatory environment’.

Which documents are needed for a tender?

This document must be fully completed.
Standard Bidding Document 9 (SBD 9) – Certificate of Independent Bid Determination.

• Certified copy of Company Registration Document that reflect Company Name, Registration number, date of registration and active Directors or Members;
• Certified copy of Shareholders’ certificates;

What is Ppadb codes?

The Public Procurement and asset disposal board

PPADB Codes

The Public Procurement and asset disposal board uses codes to identify or categorize services or products.

How do I start a supply company in Botswana?

1. Reserve a unique company name.
2. Declaration of compliance for Incorporation.
3. Registration of the company.
4. Receive inspection of company premises.
5. Obtain an industrial license or trade license.
6. Open a bank account.
7. Obtain a tax identification number (TIN) from the Tax authority.
8. Register for Value Added Tax (VAT)

Can a foreigner open a company in Botswana?

There are 2 main ways in which a foreign company can set up a place of business in Botswana: incorporate a company in terms of the Companies Act [Cap 42:01] (the Companies Act); or. register as an external company (also referred to as a branch).

How much is to register a company in Botswana?

Fees

Different Botswana entity types	Cost	Draft Invoice
LLC	US$23,455	View invoice PDF
PLC	US$13,505	View invoice PDF
Branch	US$15,600	View invoice PDF
Representative office	US$9,850	View invoice PDF

How easy is it to start a business in Botswana?

In Botswana, starting a business is a very difficult and time-consuming task. You will need to comply with a number of legal requirements in order to establish and operate a business.

Can I start a company without registering?

To operate a business without registration you need a current account. Now to open the current account, the bank will ask you for any government registration. The government registration can be MSME registration, Shop & establishment registration or GST registration.

How much does it cost to register a company?

A company registration is R125 for both private company and non-profit companies registered without members. A private company must have at least one (1) director and a non-profit company must have a minimum of three (3) directors.

Can a single person register a company?

Yes, the private company will also file form INC-6 for converting itself into an OPC. The paid up share capital of private company should not be exceeding fifty lakh rupees and should not have average annual turnover more than two crore rupees at the time of such conversion into OPC.

Do I have to pay tax if I register a company?

Limited companies, community interest companies and Public limited companies must all pay corporation tax. Taxable profits for corporation tax include money made from doing business or trading, investments, and selling assets (for more than they cost), and the current corporation tax rate is 19%.