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

Planning 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