"National Production-Public Procurement" 2019 exhibition, which is aimed at connecting local producers with government organizations and promoting products opened at Misheel Expo yesterday. At the event, government agencies reviewed the qualities of goods and services purchased from domestic manufacturers over the years. It also provided advice on how to prepare public procurement, how to obtain a certificate of conformity, and how to manage tender offers.

The Municipality of Ulaanbaatar City has bought more than 100 types of products from domestic manufacturers this year. In 2018, 74 products were purchased at MNT 6.4 billion and this number is expected to increase to MNT 10.6 billion this year. As a result of the exhibition, the sales of domestic factories have increased; thus, the organizers are planning to hold the event annually.

About 150 industrialists and 50 governmental organizations have attended the exhibition. The fair exhibited domestically manufactured wool, leather, and wooden products. Furthermore, several local products, such as construction materials, souvenirs, cosmetics, innovative products, and work clothes were displayed.

The government announced the year 2019 as "Public Purchasing Year", calling for the promotion of national production in order to reduce imports, increase employment and budget efficiency. In February, the government revised the list of goods and services that meet the quality and standards of domestic purchasers. The list included 155 types of products such as machinery, parts, leather, fur, wool, cashmere, woven, felt goods, wood, and packaging.

Published Date:2019-04-03