Navigating Transparency and Accountability in Procurement and Supply Management: Lived Experiences and Governance Practices of Local Government Personnel in the Local Government Unit of Cordon, Isabela

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  • WAREN PILLIEN NORTHEASTERN COLLEGE Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.64358/sih.v2i3.130

Keywords:

transparency, accountability, procurement management, supply management, good governance, local government, phenomenology, qualitative research

Abstract

Transparency and accountability are fundamental principles of good governance that ensure integrity, efficiency, and public trust in government procurement and supply management. In local government units, procurement personnel play a critical role in implementing procurement policies while balancing legal compliance, organizational efficiency, and ethical responsibilities. This study explored the lived experiences and governance practices of local government personnel in promoting transparency and accountability in procurement and supply management at the Local Government Unit of Cordon, Isabela. Employing a qualitative phenomenological research design, the study involved ten procurement and supply management personnel selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, document analysis, and field observations and were analyzed using Braun and Clarke's six-phase thematic analysis. The findings revealed that participants promoted transparency through strict compliance with procurement laws, collaborative decision-making, ethical leadership, and proper documentation while maintaining accountability through internal control mechanisms, stakeholder participation, and continuous monitoring of procurement activities. Participants likewise identified challenges related to procedural complexity, limited resources, changing procurement regulations, and time constraints but demonstrated resilience through professional collaboration, capacity building, and adherence to ethical standards. The study highlights the importance of institutional integrity, continuous professional development, and effective governance mechanisms in strengthening procurement and supply management within local government units. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, local government administrators, procurement practitioners, and governance scholars in enhancing transparency, accountability, and public sector governance.

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2026-08-08

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Vol. 2 No. 3 (2026): Studies in Interdisciplinary Horizons

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