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The Sub-National Project Database (SPD), managed by Cambodia's NCDD, acts as a centralized platform for tracking local development projects and fostering transparency. It provides structured, hierarchical access to project data, supporting decentralization reforms by enabling public monitoring of provincial, district, and commune-level activities. For more information, visit db.ncdd.gov.kh/spd. គេហទំព័រដើម

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The acronym SPD on the official NCDD Database website refers to the Sub-National Project Database.

This system is a core administrative tool used by the National Committee for Sub-National Democratic Development (NCDD) to track and manage local development initiatives across Cambodia. Key Functions of the SPD

Project Management: It records public investment project information from the implementation stage through to completion.

Resource Tracking: Used to monitor the transfer of functions and financial resources to Sub-National Administrations (SNAs).

Planning Support: Works alongside the Commune Development Planning Database (CDPD) to help prepare District Priorities Activity Matrices (DPAM). db.ncdd.gov.kh spd

Performance Indicators: It often includes data on Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) at the sub-national level to track progress in local governance. Related NCDD Databases

The NCDD Databases portal also hosts several other specialized tools:

PID: The Project Implementation Database for tracking specific field activities.

CDB: The Commune Database Online, which provides demographic and socio-economic profiles for every commune in Cambodia.

Gazetteer: A name list of all administrative levels, from provinces down to villages.

ISAF: The Social Accountability Framework Database, which monitors the performance of public services like schools and health centers. Go to ncdd

💡 Tip: If you are looking for specific project reports or detailed technical papers, the NCDD Digital Library is the primary repository for official documents and evaluation reports. What specific type of data or document Financial reports on local grants Project lists for a specific province Technical guidelines for sub-national planning - CDB Online

The Strategic Importance of SPD for Cambodia’s Development

The SPD is not just a database; it is a pillar of the Decentralization and De-concentration (D&D) reform. By shifting both responsibilities and resources to sub-national administrations, the government requires robust oversight. The SPD provides that oversight by making every riyal spent by a district governor visible to the public.

For international donors (such as the World Bank, UNDP, and ADB), the existence of a functional SPD is often a prerequisite for direct budget support to provinces. It reassures taxpayers that funds for schools, rural roads, and clean water are procured via fair competition.

4. Alternative: Manual Search via NCDD Main Portal

If db.ncdd.gov.kh/spd is temporarily down, try:

Go to ncdd.gov.kh

Look for menus: "Data" → "Sub-National Procurement" or "E-Procurement"

Or search the site with: site:ncdd.gov.kh SPD

Key Objectives of the SPD Database

The database serves four primary functions:

Transparency in Public Spending: Any citizen can view how sub-national authorities spend public funds on goods, works, and services.

Accountability: Elected council members at district and commune levels can monitor procurement compliance.

Anti-Corruption: Publicly available data deters bid-rigging, price inflation, and non-competitive awarding of contracts.

Data Aggregation: The Ministry provides consolidated reports on sub-national procurement for national planning.

For NGO Researchers (e.g., Transparency International, UNDP)

How to use: Export annual data for all 1,652 communes. Run price analysis for identical items (e.g., price of a 50kg bag of rice purchased by different districts). Flag outliers for potential corruption investigations.

5. Contract Awards & Notices to Proceed

After evaluation, the winning bidder and the contract value are published. This allows unsuccessful bidders to compare their proposals with the winner's. Key Objectives of the SPD Database The database

3. Bidding Documents

Unlike older systems where vendors had to physically buy documents, the SPD portal allows registered users to download complete bidding documents (in PDF and, increasingly, editable formats) free of charge.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Is access to db.ncdd.gov.kh/spd free?
A: Yes, completely free. No login or payment required.

Q2: Can I access the SPD from outside Cambodia?
A: Yes, the site is globally accessible. However, some IP blocks from certain countries have been reported. Use a Cambodia VPN server (e.g., Phnom Penh) if blocked.

Q3: What does “SPD” stand for?
A: Sub-national Procurement Database (SPD). In Khmer: មូលដ្ឋានទិន្នន័យការទិញទំនិញថ្នាក់ក្រោមជាតិ.

Q4: Are contracts under $1,200 included?
A: No, Prakas 664 exempts small purchases. Only procurements above 5 million KHR (~$1,250) appear.

Q5: How do I contact the NCDD for technical support?
A: Email support@ncdd.gov.kh or call +855 23 888 000 (Monday-Friday 8 AM-5 PM).