ASSESSING THE PERCEPTION OF QUANTITY SURVEYOR ON ADOPTION OF E-PROCUREMENT TO MITIGATE CORRUPT PRACTICES IN PUBLIC PROCUREMENT

ABSTRACT: This study was carried out to to assess the perception of quantity surveyors on adoption of E-procurement to mitigate corrupt practices in public procurement using Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors as a case study. Specifically, the study was aimed at examining the benefits of e-procurement in public procurement; examine the extent to which the adoption of e-procurement will mitigate corrupt practices in public procurement; and examine the risks associated with adoption of e-procurement in public procurement. The study employed the survey descriptive research design. A total of 100 responses were validated from the survey. From the responses obtained and analysed, the findings revealed that there is a significant relationship between adoption of e-procurement and reduction of corruption in public procurement. This is as the Pearson correlation test showed a positive significant relationship (.821**) between adoption of e-procurement and reduction of corruption in public procurement. The study therefore recommend the Government should create a legal framework and regulatory control for e-Procurement adoption in Nigeria. More so, Construction stakeholders should be enlightened on existing internet security that ensures the safety, security and integrity of e-Procurement transactions.