Procurement Methods and Practices in Municipality Projects -An Analysis from Mandandeupur, Nepal

Abstract

Purpose: To analyze the procurement methods and practices adopted in Mandandeupur Municipality, newly formed municipality in Kavrepalanchowk district under Bagmati province of Nepal.

Design/Methodology/Approach: A structured set of questionnaires were developed in order to assess the practice of contract administration functions in the contract project conducted by the Mandandeupur Municipality in the F/Y 2074/075 B.S, 2075/076 B.S, 2076/077 B.S, 2077/078 B.S & 2078/079 B.S.

Findings/Result: The study also examined the bidding trends in the municipality, revealing that 56.25% of the total bids were low bids, indicating potential cost savings. Additionally, 68.75% of the bids were competitive, suggesting a healthy level of competition in the procurement process. However, 3.125% of the bids were found to be collusive, indicating the presence of unethical practices that need to be addressed.

Originality/Value: The study is significant to control significant low bid by asking to provide a method of statement, work schedule, and clarification for low bidding to ensure effective implementation of contract projects. The method of statement from the contractor can also help resolve negotiation/variation of conflicts.

Paper Type: Empirical Research