As a way of increasing public infrastructure and services worldwide, countries have increasingly invested in arrangements between the private and public sector to raise financing of investments and ensure value for money procurements. However, despite such arrangements, cases of poor service delivery are on the raise in public procurement. Q.1. Discuss FOUR reasons for the increased engagement in public private partnerships especially by the public sector.

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Multiple-choice questions: Select one correct answer for each of the following Q.1.7 The reason for use of single sourcing is that:A. It encourages competition among suppliers in terms of price and quality.B. It allows the firm to spread the risk of supply interruptions.C. Brings more information about market conditions and new productdevelopments.D. It deals with special kinds of businesses such as women-owned businesses.E. It is easier for the firm to establish mutually beneficial strategic alliances.Q.1.8 Government introduced the _______________ in order to address thediscrepancies that existed from before 1994. They were introduced to try andbalance the economy and encourages self-employment.A. Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act.B. Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act.C. Public Finance Management Act.D. The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.E. National Treasury. Q.1.9 The type of inventory that are in an unprocessed state is referred to as:A. Work in…

Several complaints and investigations have been common in public procurement where citizens highlight the high taxes yet poor service delivery. This has affected the procurement profession’s images and reduced on public confidence in governments. Q.2. Discuss FOUR common unethical issues in procurement that have contributed to poor service delivery.