Kisii County Deputy Governor, Joash Maangi, has called on contractors in the county to decline giving out bribes to be awarded with tenders.
Speaking in his office when he held a meeting with the contractors, Maangi said that it is a crime for anyone to give or take a bribe.
He said stern action will be taken against those found guilty of the offense.
Maangi told the contractors that the county government will be following procedures while awarding tenders.
“If you are interested with a certain tender make sure you buy the bid document, fill it and if selected you will be called for evaluation,” explain Maangi.
Maangi said it is crime to start commercializing government tenders. This comes after the contractors raised concern on allegations that there is someone from the county government procurement office collecting bribes.
The deputy governor however refuted the claims. Maangi called on the contractors to report the matter to the police if they have evidence and action will be taken against the culprit.
“Report the matter to the police for investigations to be carried out and once done action will be taken against the people found guilty,” said Maingi.