THE Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z) has expressed concern about reports of irregularities in the tender process for the GRZ Funeral Assistance Scheme Fund Manager. The organisation says the revelation that Sanlam Life Insurance was reinstated as the best evaluated bidder despite not meeting a key licensing requirement raises serious questions about adherence to procurement laws and transparency in public resource management. An investigation into the tender process for the GRZ Funeral Assistance Scheme Fund Manager contract has revealed an irregularity in which government has resolved to award the tender to Sanlam Life Insurance, despite the company failing to meet the requirement for consideration. Commenting on the matter, TIZ Executive Director Maurice Nyambe said the apparent disregard for procurement regulations, coupled...