Assignment Title: Evaluating the Objectives of E$-$Government Procurement in Zambia

Objective:

The objective of this assignment is to assess students' understanding of the objectives of EGovernment Procurement $($e$-$GP$)$ in Zambia and their ability to critically evaluate its

effectiveness in achieving the stated objectives.

Instructions:

$1.$ Review the provided objectives of E$-$Government Procurement in Zambia:

Reduction of cost of doing business

Promotion of competition

Standardization of Public Procurement Process across Government departments and

other spending Agencies

Promotion of equal opportunities to all bids

Promotion of Transparency $($Good Governance$)$

Social Economic Development

Compliance monitoring by ZPPA and other regulatory bodies

$2.$ Conduct independent research to gather relevant information and data regarding the

implementation and outcomes of e$-$Government Procurement in Zambia. Use reputable

sources such as government publications, academic articles, and industry reports.

$3.$ Write an essay that critically evaluates the extent to which the objectives of E