The findings of this research are expected to answer the following research questions: To what extent do key stakeholders of the procurement process understand the requirements of the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (ACT 663) of Ghana? What factors delay procurement activities in the public sector? To what extent has the implementation of the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (ACT 663) ensured transparency and accountability in the utilization of public funds? Has the implementation of Public Procurement Act, 2003 (ACT 663) influenced government spending? What are the main challenges encountered in implementing the provisions of the Public Procurement Act, ACT 663?
Procurement is seen as a strategic fiscal policy or programme used to observe effectiveness and efficiency in the public financial management system of Ghana. As an economic tool for accomplishing national objectives, procurement activities should be adequately planned and executed to realize the following: rapid improvement in resource mobilization, improvement in managing and maintaining debt sustainability effectively, enhancing the public expenditure framework of the country, improvement in revenue generation and a reduction in economic and financial slavery. Key objects of the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (ACT 663) includes the following: harmonization of all public procurement processes within the public sector, ensuring public funds are utilized judiciously, economically and efficiently to achieve value-for-money, promoting fairness and competition in public procurement, and maintaining and improving high standards of transparency and accountability to eliminate fraudulent practices in public procurement.
Unfortunately, little efforts have been made to evaluate the impact of the causes of delay in the implementation of the Procurement Act, the impact of the Act on government expenditure, savings and debt management, as well as transparency in the utilization of public funds. This research is therefore aimed at obtaining requisite data to evaluate the causes of the delay, impact of the Procurement Act on public financial management as well as the impact of the Act in ensuring high level of transparency in the spending of public funds.
Table of Contents
- Chapter One: General Introduction
- 1.1 Background of the research
- 1.2 Research Problem Statement
- 1.3 Research Questions
- 1.4 Research Objectives
- 1.5 Relevance of the Research
- 1.6 Research Scope
- 1.7 Research Limitations
- 1.8 Research Organisation
- Chapter Two: Overview of Public Financial Management and Public Procurement System
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Definition of Key Concepts
- 2.3 Public Financial Management
- 2.4 Transparency and Accountability
- 2.5 Bureaucracy
- 2.6 Government Expenditure and Budgetary Control
- 2.7 Conceptual Definition of Procurement
- 2.8 Best Practices and Significance of Public Procurement
- 2.9 Public Procurement Practices in Sweden
- 2.10 Curtailing Bribery and Corruption in Public Procurement in Asia and the Pacific
- 2.11 Public Financial Management Reform Programme (PUFMARP)
- 2.12 Structure of Ghana's Public Procurement Act, 2003 (ACT 663)
- 2.12.1 Procurement Process Model
- 2.13 Drivers for Accomplishing Procurement Objectives
- 2.14 Criteria for Choosing Successful Suppliers/Vendors
- 2.15 Challenges in Ghana's Public Financial Management System
- 2.16 Enhancing Public Expenditure Management System in Ghana
- 2.17 Rules and Regulations Governing Public Procurement Procedures in Ghana
- 2.17.1 Procedures for the Award of Procurement Contracts
- 2.18 Challenges of Public Procurement and Effects of Poor Procurement
- Chapter Three: Research Methodology
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Research Design
- 3.3 Population and Sampling Size
- 3.4 Sampling Technique
- 3.5 Sources of Data
- 3.6 Instruments for Obtaining Data
- 3.7 Data Analysis and Presentation
- 3.8 Ethical Considerations
- Chapter Four: Results and Analysis of Field Data on the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (ACT 663) and Public Financial Management
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Profile of Study Areas
- 4.2.1 Regional Medical Stores, Koforidua, Eastern Region
- 4.2.2 Hawa Memorial Saviour Hospital, Osiem, Eastern Region
- 4.3 Background and Characteristics of Respondents
- 4.3.1 Working Experience of Respondents
- 4.4 Transparency in Public Procurement
- 4.5 Causes of Delay in Public Procurement Activities
- 4.6 Expenditure Control
Objectives and Key Themes
This research aims to evaluate the impact of Ghana's Public Procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663), on transparency in public funds utilization, delays in the procurement process, and its overall effect on government expenditure. The study focuses on the Ghana Health Service in the Eastern Region.
- Impact of the Public Procurement Act on transparency in public funds utilization.
- Causes of delays in the public procurement process.
- The effect of the Public Procurement Act on government expenditure.
- Analysis of public financial management within the context of the Act.
- Challenges and best practices in public procurement within the Ghanaian context.
Chapter Summaries
Chapter One: General Introduction: This chapter sets the stage for the research by providing background information on the research problem. It establishes the research questions and objectives, defines the scope and limitations of the study, and outlines the research methodology. The chapter highlights the need for controlling public expenditure in Ghana and the role of the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (ACT 663) in achieving this goal. It contextualizes the research within the broader framework of public financial management reform in Ghana.
Chapter Two: Overview of Public Financial Management and Public Procurement System: This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of public financial management (PFM) and public procurement systems, particularly within the Ghanaian context. It defines key concepts, explores best practices, and examines the challenges associated with PFM and procurement. The chapter delves into the structure and implementation of the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (ACT 663), analyzing its provisions and their intended impact on transparency and efficiency. It also includes a discussion of international best practices and the experiences of other countries, such as Sweden, to provide a comparative perspective. The chapter extensively discusses the challenges related to bribery, corruption, and delays prevalent in Ghana's system, setting the stage for the empirical investigation in later chapters.
Chapter Three: Research Methodology: This chapter details the research design, population, sampling techniques, data collection methods (questionnaires and interviews), and data analysis procedures employed in the study. It clearly outlines the methodology used to gather and analyze data related to the impact of the Public Procurement Act on the public financial management system in Ghana. The chapter also addresses ethical considerations related to the research process, ensuring the integrity and validity of the study's findings.
Chapter Four: Results and Analysis of Field Data on the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (ACT 663) and Public Financial Management: This chapter presents and analyzes the empirical data collected through the research methodology outlined in Chapter Three. The results likely focus on the key themes identified earlier: transparency in procurement, causes of delays, and the act's impact on government expenditure. The chapter analyzes data on the experiences of stakeholders within the Ghana Health Service, using the collected data to offer insights into the effectiveness of the Public Procurement Act in achieving its objectives. It provides specific examples from the field data to support its findings and analysis. The chapter explores the relationship between the Act and challenges faced within the public procurement and financial management systems.
Keywords
Public Procurement Act 2003 (Act 663), Public Financial Management, Ghana, Transparency, Accountability, Government Expenditure, Procurement Delays, Corruption, Value for Money, Ghana Health Service, Eastern Region, Empirical Research, Qualitative Research, Case Study.
Frequently Asked Questions: Evaluation of Ghana's Public Procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663)
What is the main focus of this research?
This research evaluates the impact of Ghana's Public Procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663), on transparency in public funds utilization, delays in the procurement process, and its overall effect on government expenditure within the Ghana Health Service in the Eastern Region.
What are the key themes explored in this research?
The key themes include the impact of the Act on transparency, the causes of delays in public procurement, the Act's effect on government expenditure, an analysis of public financial management in relation to the Act, and challenges and best practices in public procurement within the Ghanaian context.
What is included in the Table of Contents?
The Table of Contents covers a general introduction, an overview of public financial management and the public procurement system in Ghana, the research methodology employed, and finally, the results and analysis of field data related to Act 663 and public financial management. Each chapter is further subdivided into specific sections addressing key aspects of the research.
What is the scope of Chapter One: General Introduction?
Chapter One provides background information, states the research problem and questions, outlines the research objectives, scope, and limitations, and details the research organization. It highlights the importance of controlling public expenditure and the role of Act 663 in achieving this goal, contextualizing the research within broader public financial management reform in Ghana.
What does Chapter Two: Overview of Public Financial Management and Public Procurement System cover?
Chapter Two offers a comprehensive overview of public financial management (PFM) and public procurement systems, specifically within the Ghanaian context. It defines key concepts, explores best practices, examines challenges associated with PFM and procurement, and delves into the structure and implementation of Act 663, analyzing its provisions and intended impact. It also includes a comparative perspective by discussing international best practices and experiences from other countries (e.g., Sweden).
What methodology is described in Chapter Three: Research Methodology?
Chapter Three details the research design, population, sampling techniques, data collection methods (questionnaires and interviews), and data analysis procedures. It explains the methodology used to gather and analyze data related to the impact of the Public Procurement Act on Ghana's public financial management system and addresses ethical considerations.
What does Chapter Four: Results and Analysis of Field Data… present?
Chapter Four presents and analyzes empirical data collected, focusing on transparency in procurement, causes of delays, and the Act's impact on government expenditure. It analyzes data from stakeholders within the Ghana Health Service, offering insights into the effectiveness of Act 663 in achieving its objectives, using specific examples from field data to support findings. It explores the relationship between the Act and challenges within public procurement and financial management systems.
What keywords are associated with this research?
Keywords include: Public Procurement Act 2003 (Act 663), Public Financial Management, Ghana, Transparency, Accountability, Government Expenditure, Procurement Delays, Corruption, Value for Money, Ghana Health Service, Eastern Region, Empirical Research, Qualitative Research, and Case Study.
What specific locations were studied?
The study focuses on the Ghana Health Service in the Eastern Region, specifically the Regional Medical Stores in Koforidua and the Hawa Memorial Saviour Hospital in Osiem.
What type of data was analyzed?
The research utilized both qualitative and quantitative data gathered through questionnaires and interviews with stakeholders within the Ghana Health Service in the Eastern Region.
- Citation du texte
- Edward Odum Forson (Auteur), 2014, The Impact of Public Procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663) on the Public Financial Management System of Ghana, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/508696
