National Police Service names Bedi Investments as new uniform manufacturer, refutes claims linking contract to Nalitex Limited
The National Police Service NPS announced on August 30, 2026, that Bedi Investments Limited was awarded the tender to manufacture new police uniforms, following a competitive procurement process. This statement refutes media reports that had linked the contract, valued between KSh 2.8 billion and KSh 3 billion, to Nalitex Limited, a company allegedly tied to the First Family and incorporated in May 2024. NPS spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga clarified that Nalitex Limited did not participate in any stage of the procurement, was not awarded the contract, and has received no payment from the NPS. The decision to change uniforms stemmed from the Maraga Task Force on Police Reforms, which recommended a return to previous uniform colors. The Kenya Police Service Uniform Committee, in collaboration with the Kenya Bureau of Standards, developed specifications. Under the "Buy Kenya, Build Kenya" initiative, four local manufacturers were invited to submit samples, with only Bedi Investments and Rivatex East Africa Limited responding. Bedi Investments' sample was adopted after evaluation and public participation. The new light-blue and dark navy uniforms were unveiled by President William Ruto on August 28, 2026, and are scheduled for rollout starting August 31, 2026. The NPS emphasized its commitment to transparency and accountability, urging that public scrutiny be based on accurate facts.
