Supply Chain Quality Management Practices and Sustainable Performance of Public Procurement in Lake Region Economic Block, Kenya
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Supply Chain, Quality Management Practices, Sustainable PerformanceAbstract
Purpose: The objective of the study was to examine the effect of supply chain quality management practices on sustainable performance of public procurement Lake Region Economic Bloc, Kenya. The focus was on the achievement of economic, social and environmental performance metrics across County and National government departments and agencies. Methodology: Descriptive research design was adopted by the study. The Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB) that covers 11 counties was used as the focus area of the study. County departments, National government departments and agencies were the targets of the study. A total of 290 officers who are in charge of evaluation of bids, contract administration and users were selected for the sample frame. Different departments of County executives, County assemblies, National government departments and agencies with a population of 1,118 officers were targeted. The researcher therefore distributed 290 questionnaires. Out of 290 questionnaires distributed, 278 were completely filled and returned to the researcher, this gave a response rate of 95.9%.
Findings: Based on the findings, the study concluded that supply chain quality management practices positively and significantly influence sustainable public procurement in Kenya.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: This study therefore recommends that public procurement in Kenya should establish robust systems for the continuous monitoring and improvement of supplier quality. This includes setting up regular quality assessments, performance evaluations, and audits of suppliers to ensure they meet sustainability and quality standards. The study contributes to theory, practice, and policy by showing that supply chain quality management significantly improves sustainable public procurement performance. It highlights the importance of integrating quality practices with sustainability goals, encourages procurement practitioners to adopt continuous supplier evaluation and monitoring systems, and supports policymakers in strengthening regulations to enhance sustainable procurement in Kenya.
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