Procurement of good governance as a strategic tool for achieving value for money in public construction projects
Purpose – The study aims to explore the role of procurement of good governance (PGG) on value for money (VfM) achievement in public construction projects. By investigating various dimensions of PGG, including transparency, accountability, competition and integrity, this study provides insights into...
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| author | Atupakisye Mwakolo Meshack Siwandeti Leticia Mahuwi Baraka Israel |
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| description | Purpose – The study aims to explore the role of procurement of good governance (PGG) on value for money (VfM) achievement in public construction projects. By investigating various dimensions of PGG, including transparency, accountability, competition and integrity, this study provides insights into how these factors contribute to the successful achievement of VfM outcomes in public construction projects. Design/methodology/approach – The data were sourced from 203 construction project practitioners from 24 selected procuring entities in Tanzania using a census approach and a cross-sectional questionnaire survey. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and structural equation modelling (SEM) were used for data analysis. Findings – The findings of the study revealed a positive and significant impact of various dimensions of PGG on VfM. Specifically, transparency, accountability, competition and integrity were positively and significantly related to VfM, with p-values <0.001. Based on the study findings, we conclude that PGG is an important predictor of VfM achievement in public construction projects. Practical implications – The study offers policy implications for streamlined PGG and VfM achievement in public construction projects. It is suggested that procuring entities can enhance VfM by enforcing compliance with the principles of PGG throughout the entirety of construction projects. In this case, streamlined legislative frameworks and control mechanisms are crucial components that could enhance PGG and the achievement of VfM. Originality/value – This study contributes to the academic literature on the strategic role of PGG in enhancing VfM achievement. This is one of the research domains, which has not been adequately researched, particularly in Tanzania’s context. In addition, the study provides valuable insights to policymakers, practitioners and stakeholders involved in public construction projects to improve project outcomes and resource allocation. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-9c5e01d5686c411789fa800b820eca6b2025-08-20T02:07:28ZengEmerald PublishingLBS Journal of Management & Research0972-80310974-18522024-12-0122212914610.1108/LBSJMR-08-2023-0027Procurement of good governance as a strategic tool for achieving value for money in public construction projectsAtupakisye Mwakolo0Meshack Siwandeti1Leticia Mahuwi2Baraka Israel3Department of Procurement and supply Management, College of Business Education, Mbeya Campus, Mbeya, TanzaniaDepartment of Procurement and supply Management, College of Business Education, Mwanza Campus, Mwanza, TanzaniaDepartment of Procurement and supply Management, College of Business Education, Mbeya Campus, Mbeya, TanzaniaDepartment of Procurement and supply Management, College of Business Education, Mbeya Campus, Mbeya, TanzaniaPurpose – The study aims to explore the role of procurement of good governance (PGG) on value for money (VfM) achievement in public construction projects. By investigating various dimensions of PGG, including transparency, accountability, competition and integrity, this study provides insights into how these factors contribute to the successful achievement of VfM outcomes in public construction projects. Design/methodology/approach – The data were sourced from 203 construction project practitioners from 24 selected procuring entities in Tanzania using a census approach and a cross-sectional questionnaire survey. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and structural equation modelling (SEM) were used for data analysis. Findings – The findings of the study revealed a positive and significant impact of various dimensions of PGG on VfM. Specifically, transparency, accountability, competition and integrity were positively and significantly related to VfM, with p-values <0.001. Based on the study findings, we conclude that PGG is an important predictor of VfM achievement in public construction projects. Practical implications – The study offers policy implications for streamlined PGG and VfM achievement in public construction projects. It is suggested that procuring entities can enhance VfM by enforcing compliance with the principles of PGG throughout the entirety of construction projects. In this case, streamlined legislative frameworks and control mechanisms are crucial components that could enhance PGG and the achievement of VfM. Originality/value – This study contributes to the academic literature on the strategic role of PGG in enhancing VfM achievement. This is one of the research domains, which has not been adequately researched, particularly in Tanzania’s context. In addition, the study provides valuable insights to policymakers, practitioners and stakeholders involved in public construction projects to improve project outcomes and resource allocation.https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/LBSJMR-08-2023-0027/full/pdfConstruction projectsGood governancePublic procurementValue for money |
| spellingShingle | Atupakisye Mwakolo Meshack Siwandeti Leticia Mahuwi Baraka Israel Procurement of good governance as a strategic tool for achieving value for money in public construction projects LBS Journal of Management & Research Construction projects Good governance Public procurement Value for money |
| title | Procurement of good governance as a strategic tool for achieving value for money in public construction projects |
| title_full | Procurement of good governance as a strategic tool for achieving value for money in public construction projects |
| title_fullStr | Procurement of good governance as a strategic tool for achieving value for money in public construction projects |
| title_full_unstemmed | Procurement of good governance as a strategic tool for achieving value for money in public construction projects |
| title_short | Procurement of good governance as a strategic tool for achieving value for money in public construction projects |
| title_sort | procurement of good governance as a strategic tool for achieving value for money in public construction projects |
| topic | Construction projects Good governance Public procurement Value for money |
| url | https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/LBSJMR-08-2023-0027/full/pdf |
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