Bachelor of Procurement and Logistics Management - BBUC
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Item PROCUREMENT PRACTICES AND RISK MANAGEMENT IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT; A CASE STUDY OF KANUNGU DISTRICT LOCAL GOVERNMENT(UGANDA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY, 2025-07-30) NINSIIMA LAUBENThe study investigated procurement practices and their role in risk management within Kanungu District Local Government. The objectives of the study were: to identify the procurement practices employed by Kanungu District Local Government, to examine the indicators of risk management within the procurement process in the district, and to evaluate the contribution of effective procurement practices to risk management. A descriptive survey design was employed, and data was collected from a sample of 80 respondents, including procurement officers, district officials, and service providers engaged in procurement activities. Findings from the study revealed that while there is some level of transparency and fair competition in the procurement system, several weaknesses persist, including limited adoption of e-procurement, unclear procurement policies, and a lack of emphasis on sustainability and cost-effectiveness. Additionally, the study found out that although supplier evaluation and monitoring mechanisms exist, critical elements of risk management such as contingency planning, performance guarantees, and regular audits were either lacking or not well institutionalized. This implies that the district remains vulnerable to procurement inefficiencies and contractor-related risks. Furthermore, while certain practices like competitive tendering and policy clarity contribute to mitigating risk, the absence of staff training, ethical standards enforcement, and integrated risk strategies limits the district’s capacity to manage procurement-related risks effectively. The study concluded that effective procurement practices are essential in strengthening risk management frameworks and improving service delivery. It recommended that Kanungu District Local Government should adopt clear procurement policies, fully embrace e-procurement systems, institutionalize regular risk assessments, and invest in staff training and ethical procurement standards. These measures are vital for promoting transparency, accountability, and sustainable procurement, thereby reducing risks and enhancing performance in public service delivery.