The PMU is responsible for managing all procurement and disposal by tender activities of the procuring entity except adjudication and the award of contract; supporting the functioning and implementing decisions of the Tender Board.

Plan and recommending the procurement and disposal by tender activities of the Institute; maintaining and archiving records of the procurement and disposal process, maintaining a list or register of all contracts awarded; liaising directly with the Authority (PPRA) on matters within its jurisdictions; coordinating preparation of annual procurement plans for the Institute and preparing statements of requirements and procurement reports