Influence of E-Tendering on Supply Chain Efficiency in Manufacturing Firms in Nakuru West Sub-County, Kenya

Abstract

E-tendering integrates communication and information technology to handle various tasks throughout the tendering process. The main objective of this study was to ascertain the influence of e-tendering systems on the supply chain efficiency in Kenyan industrial companies situated in the Nakuru West Sub County. This study used descriptive survey design and the data came from 120 respondents who included procurement officers, information and communications departments as well as business owners and employees from various manufacturing organizations. The researcher sampled 12 manufacturing companies in Nakuru West Sub County. The study used simple random sampling in getting a representative sample; this gave an opportunity for each company to be represented. This project utilized questionnaires as research instruments. This study employed qualitative and quantitative models in analyzing the data which was collected from the manufacturing companies, which was subsequently presented in tables. Correlation, regression analysis and descriptive methods were used for data analysis and data comparison. The collected data was presented using charts and tables as required by the study. The response proportion was 90%, with only 10% of the sample unable to provide feedback. Correlation tests discovered a positive impact of e-tendering on supply chain efficiency in manufacturing companies. The study concluded that e-tendering processes improve the tendering process by increasing efficiency, transparency, accountability and brings in a broader pool of competitors which leads to better quality. The study suggests that managers adopt e-tendering practices while ensuring they are well-matched with the current structures and resources. Additionally, it commends that the administration capitalizes in user-friendly systems and technologies that integrate seamlessly into their current infrastructure.

Keywords: E-tendering, Manufacturing, Nakuru West Sub-county, technology

DOI: 10.7176/EJBM/17-6-06

Publication date: July 30^th 2025