The Ministry of Preschool and School Education of Uzbekistan has annulled a tender for procurement services valued at 587.2 million soms. This decision was made following a requirement from the Competition Development Committee, which discovered legislative violations during the procurement process.
The inspection was initiated after a social media post titled 'One address, one phone number—one tender' was published. The Committee examined compliance with legislative requirements in the competition for organizing centralized events, which the ministry announced on July 27, 2026, with an initial estimated value of 587.2 million soms.
As a result of the inspection, it was established that the purchase did not comply with the provisions of Article 29 of the Law on Competition. According to the committee, actions were taken during the bidding process that restricted or could restrict competition.
Due to the identified violations, the committee sent a demand to the Ministry of Preschool and School Education to comply with legal norms. After receiving this demand, the tender was canceled in accordance with established procedures.
The ceremony for presenting grant certificates to winners of state scientific program competitions was held at the Agency for Innovative Development under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The event was dedicated to the 35th anniversary of Uzbekistan's independence.
Following the competitive selection process, 95 scientific projects were awarded funding with a total value of 157.2 billion sums. The event was attended by A. Norov, Executive Director of the Agency for Innovative Development, who congratulated the participants on the country's 35th anniversary of independence and noted the significant achievements made through reforms in science, technology, and innovation.
It was emphasized that the state-supported scientific projects are aimed at solving urgent tasks of the country's socio-economic development. These projects cover priority areas such as industrial and economic development, improving the healthcare system, enhancing the quality of life for the population, environmental protection, and strengthening Uzbekistan's international scientific reputation.
Scientists and researchers from various regions of the country were present at the ceremony. It was noted that the integration of science, education, production, and innovation remains a key priority of state policy. Special attention is paid not only to the scientific novelty of the research but also to its practical significance, as well as the implementation of modern technologies and innovative solutions that contribute to sustainable national development.
The grant certificates were presented to the winners by U. Tashkenbaev, advisor to the director of the Agency for Spiritual and Linguistic Issues. Speakers stressed that competitions within state scientific programs serve as an effective mechanism for supporting the country's scientific potential, bringing promising developments to life, and increasing the international competitiveness of Uzbek scientists.
Dilnoza Zhumaeva, a representative of the Institute of General and Inorganic Chemistry and a laureate of the 'Woman Scientist' competition, shared her impressions. She recounted that she began her scientific career in the 1990s when attention to science was significantly lower: laboratories lacked modern equipment, there was a shortage of qualified specialists, and grant support was virtually non-existent. Today, the situation has changed drastically.
Zhumaeva added that she herself became a mentor and is pleased with the wide opportunities available to young researchers. She noted that all conditions have been created for modern scientists to work, and with continuous professional development and adherence to academic integrity, significant results can be achieved. The ceremony concluded with congratulations to the winners and wishes for further success in their scientific endeavors. It was noted that the implementation of the supported projects will contribute to the development of the country's scientific potential, the introduction of innovative technologies, and the achievement of the strategic goals of Uzbekistan's socio-economic development.
