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Session Submission Type: Panel
This panel contributes to a richer understanding of how procurement design, governance mechanisms, and organizational structures influence the effectiveness and value of public service delivery. The studies forming the panel reveal that public procurement is not merely a technical or administrative function, but a strategic process shaped by local context, relational dynamics, and institutional capacity. They highlight the tension between formal contracts and relational governance, showing that successful outcomes often require a hybrid approach. They also emphasize that adaptive, stakeholder-informed procurement models can enhance responsiveness and long-term value. Importantly, procurement systems must evolve to align with shifting social, economic, and organizational priorities. Together, the insights from studies in the panel underscore the need for a more strategic, flexible, and context-sensitive approach to public procurement.
How did it work out? Balancing formal and relational approaches in the procurement of youth services - Non-Presenting Co-Author: Rianne Warsen, Erasmus University Rotterdam; Presenting Author: Jolien Grandia, Erasmus University Rotterdam
Transforming Procurement in Local Governments: A Case Study on Linking Organizational Design and Value Creation - Presenting Author: Mariah Teal Lindberg, Arizona State University
Combining Transaction Costs, Experience, and Context: A Configurational Approach to Relationships in Government Contracting - Presenting Author: Tyler A Scott, University of California, Davis; Non-Presenting Co-Author: Lachezar G Anguelov, The Evergreen State College
How Do Organizational Attributes Shape Vendor Relationship Importance in Public Procurement: A Configurational Exploration - Presenting Author: Yifan Chen, Shanghai Jiao Tong University; Non-Presenting Co-Author: Nicole Darnall, American University; Non-Presenting Co-Author: Ana Maria Dimand, Boise State University