TENDER FOR PROCUREMENT OF GOODS/SERVICES VIA E-PROCUREMENT TO THE BENGKULU PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT BASED ON PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NUMBER 12 OF 2021

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to determine how the tender process for the procurement of goods and services is conducted through e-Procurement in the Bengkulu Provincial Government based on Presidential Regulation Number 12 of 2021. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method. Informants in this study were all parties involved in the tender process, using observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis in this study used three stages: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results show that the tender process for the procurement of goods and services in Bengkulu Province is transparent in terms of information provision, from the socialization stage to the evaluation stage. Regarding effectiveness and efficiency, facilities and infrastructure are still lacking, while human resources are adequate in terms of quantity and competence, and implementation times are also in accordance with applicable regulations. Furthermore, the response from service providers is also quite good, as evidenced by the active participation of goods/service providers in the tender process. Challenges faced in this tender process include intimidation or intervention from external parties who attempt to influence the evaluation results, despite the system being procedurally transparent and accountable.