How to procure during outbreaks

PROCUREMENT processes during outbreaks must be different than during “peacetime”. What are features of crisis procurement and how can Malaysia do better?

Every year, Malaysia procures nearly RM4.5bil worth of drugs, medical equipment and services. Of that number, RM3.8bil is spent on drugs. Around 40% of this amount comes from Pharmaniaga’s position as sole concessionaire to supply items on the Health Ministry’s Approved Product Purchase List.