RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PROCUREMENT CONTRACT PRICING, PROCUREMENT CONTRACT PAYMENT TERMS AND SOCIAL SERVICE DELIVERY IN KIBAALE DISTRICT. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.

Abstract

Background

The relationship between local governments, contract management, and social service delivery has undergone significant transformations over the years. The study aims to assess the relationship between procurement contract pricing, procurement contract payment terms, and social service delivery in the Kibaale district.

Methodology

This study used a descriptive, correlational, and cross-sectional survey design covering a period of four years (2020 to 2023). The study population included staff at the Kibaale district local government, service providers in the Kibaale district, and members of the public.

Results

The correlation between Procurement Contract Pricing and Social Service Delivery was 0.463 with sig. 0.002 (p < 0.05). The correlation coefficient of 0.463 indicates a moderately strong positive correlation between procurement contract pricing and social service delivery at a significance level of 0.002 (p < 0.05). The correlation between Contract Payment Terms and Social Service Delivery is 0.797 with Significance (2-tailed): 0.001 (p < 0.05). The correlation coefficient of 0.797 indicates a strong positive correlation between contract payment terms and social service delivery. The significance level of 0.001 (p < 0.05) The coefficient for procurement contract pricing is 7.127, and The standardized coefficient (Beta) is 0.016, signifying the contribution of pricing to social service delivery. The coefficient for procurement contract payment terms is 6.561, suggesting that improved payment terms lead to a 6.561 unit increase in social service delivery. The standardized coefficient (Beta) is 0.013.

Conclusion

The relationship between procurement contract pricing and social service delivery is unlikely to have occurred by chance and efficient and well-managed payment terms were associated with improved social service delivery outcomes.

Recommendations

Kibaale District local government should implement measures to ensure transparency and fairness in procurement contract pricing, including clear guidelines, documentation, and oversight mechanisms.