INFLUENCE OF PROCUREMENT RECORD MANAGEMENT ON PROCUREMENT PERFORMANCE OF NAKURU COUNTY GOVERNMENT
Abstract
Purpose: The study aimed to determine the influence of procurement record management on the procurement performance of Nakuru County Government, Kenya.
Methodology: The study employed a descriptive research design, targeting 35 procurement and 47 finance officers across 10 Nakuru County departments. Data were collected using structured questionnaires, with quantitative analysis done via SPSS for descriptive and inferential statistics and thematic analysis for qualitative data. Results were presented in tables and prose.
Results: The study found that effective procurement record management enhances procurement performance in Nakuru County by improving transparency, cost-effectiveness, and supplier relationships. Pre-tendering boosts supplier diversity and innovation, while multi-criteria tendering enhances value for money. Effective contract administration ensures compliance and supports timely decision-making.
Conclusion: The study concluded that robust procurement record management positively impacts procurement performance, promoting accountability, cost savings, and overall efficiency in the county government’s procurement processes.
Recommendations: The study recommends that Nakuru County expand pre-tendering practices for supplier diversity and adopt a multi-criteria selection approach in tendering to maximize value.
Key Words: Procurement Record Management, Procurement Performance and Nakuru County Government
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