Fiji Country Commercial Guide
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Selling to the Government

Fiji does not participate in the WTO Government Procurement Agreement. The Fiji Procurement Office provides an online procurement process for goods and services through its e-tendering platform. Suppliers register on this portal to receive real-time notifications and updates on tender opportunities. Local newspapers and government publications frequently publish tenders and Requests for Quotations.

Various government entities - including the Fiji Roads Authority, Energy Fiji Limited, Information Technology and Computing Services (ITC), and the WAF - manage their procurement processes. The Procurement Regulations 2024 introduce measures such as a right to challenge decisions, a stand-still period before finalizing contracts, a dedicated department committee, and a public register for debarred entities to ensure a fairer and more transparent process. The government expanded procurement methods from four to eleven, adding options like electronic reverse auctions and community participation. The regulations emphasize risk mitigation, sustainable procurement, and maximizing value for money while aligning threshold values with current economic conditions.

Multilateral development organizations like the World Bank and the ADB, along with bilateral partners from Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and Korea, often finance public works projects. U.S. companies bidding for government contracts in Fiji may receive advocacy support from the U.S. government. The Advocacy Center, part of the U.S. Commerce Department’s International Trade Administration, coordinates interagency efforts to improve U.S. exporters’ chances of winning foreign government contracts. The U.S. embassy and other agencies provide direct support to U.S. bidders. For more information, consult the Advocacy for Foreign Government Contracts page.

Financing of Projects 

The Fijian government has substantially invested in upgrading its road infrastructure and bridges, financing development through a mix of grants and loans. For the fiscal year 2025-2026, authorities have allocated significant funds to improve water and sewerage systems and upgrade road infrastructure.
Institutions such as the EIB have provided concessional loans to fund road, bridge, and water infrastructure projects. The EIB expanded its support for energy projects, including hydropower plants and water and wastewater treatment facilities. Additionally, the ADB increased its funding for urban water, sanitation improvements, and road infrastructure.

In January 2021, the World Bank launched its first Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Fiji, covering 2021 to 2024. The World Bank plans to invest over $210 million in projects supporting CPF objectives over the next four years.

 

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