ANALYSIS OF USE OF E-PROCUREMENT ON PERFORMANCE OF THE PROCUREMENT FUNCTIONS OF COUNTY GOVERNMENTS IN KENYA

Abstract

Public procurement has remained a topic of interest especially in the developing countries. In many instances, public procurement functions have been characterized by issues of transparency and accountability. E-procurement is one of the emerging trends in procurement. It uses computer technologies and the internet to conduct procurement operations. This study aimed at examining the relationship between e-procurement and procurement performance of County Governments in Kenya. Data was collected in Kericho County. This study adopted a correlational research design. The sample frame was purposively selected to constitute 120 employees working in procurement, finance and accounts and IT departments of Kericho County using stratified random sampling. Data was collected by use of structured questionnaires. Both descriptive analysis as well as inferential analysis (correlation analysis) was used. The results revealed that e-procurement is positively related with performance of supply chain function of County Governments in Kenya. The study therefore recommends that the Government come up with policies on adoption of e-procurement practices and provide critical resources and leadership in adoption of e-procurement.

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