A request to extend the validity period of travel tickets may be considered if submitted by the designated Government Travel Coordinator or an authorized official from the relevant government entity. Requests must be submitted via official channels, either through a formal letter or an official email. Each request will be reviewed individually, and a decision will be made based on the justification provided.

- What is the process for establishing a framework agreement?

A government entity may initiate a framework agreement in accordance with Article 32 of the Government Tenders and Procurement Law. According to Article 33 of the Law, framework agreements are appropriate in the following cases: (1) When there is a recurring need to procure goods, services, or works. (2) When future demand is expected due to the nature of the items or services. (3) When rapid response is required in emergencies. For detailed procedures and documentation, entities can refer to the Financial Knowledge Center of the Ministry of Finance via the official portal: (https://www.mof.gov.sa/Knowledgecenter/newGovTendandProcLow/Pages/Indicative.aspx)

Government entities can issue insurance policies through the Etimad E-Marketplace by following these steps: 
The user with 'Request Creation' authority completes the request form and uploads the necessary documents to the platform. 
The user with 'Request Audit' authority reviews and confirms the submitted request. 
Once confirmed, service providers are invited to submit their bids through the platform. 
After the bidding period closes, the user with 'Purchase Order Approval' authority awards the contract to the lowest responsive bidder. 
The service provider must complete the financial consideration payment, after which the platform generates the billing and payment plan. 
The service provider confirms the invoices based on due dates. The 'Invoice Authorizer' within the government entity approves the invoice, enabling the platform to issue the financial claim. 
Government entities can manage contract-related documents throughout the contract period using the platform’s add/delete document feature. Government entities can manage contract-related documents throughout the contract period using the platform’s add/delete document feature.

Yes. EXPRO provides a seven-step guide for developing methodologies and conducting capacity and demand studies. Templates are created by each entity to suit its specific capital project needs. All templates should align with the official Capacity and Demand Guide.

The National Manual for Assets and Facilities Management is accessible through the Knowledge Portal on EXPRO’s official website. Available in Arabic and English and located under the Knowledge Center section.

Job openings are announced on the EXPRO Employment Platform / The Jadarat Platform (as applicable).

Suppliers can participate by submitting bids through relevant announcements posted on Etimad.

EXPRO offers the "Future Makers Programme" for cooperative training. Registration opens each academic semester. Announcements are made via EXPRO’s official social media channels. Applications can be submitted through the EXPRO Employment Platform.

Facilities and Assets, Projects, Enablement and Capacity Building, Government Procurement, and Policies and Studies.

After submitting a request through Etimad E-Marketplace, the supplier typically receives the purchase order within one business day. The approval timeline for purchase orders varies based on the internal processes of the requesting entity. Based on 2024 data from the Etimad E-Marketplace, the average time from submission to purchase order issuance is two working days.

Private sector companies can register in EXPRO’s supplier database and select their areas of technical specialization. Registered suppliers receive notifications about new framework agreements. 
Registration is available via the EXPRO Platform, the Unified Government Procurement Platform.