PROCUREMENT PLANNING AND BUDGETING IN PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS IN SOKOTO STATE

Abstract

This study examined the influence of procurement planning and budgeting on the performance of public institutions in Sokoto State. The study specifically assessed the effects of procurement needs identification and specification, procurement budgeting, and procurement risk management on institutional performance. A quantitative research approach was adopted, using a structured questionnaire to obtain data from relevant personnel in selected public institutions. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistical techniques, including regression and analysis of variance. The findings indicated that effective procurement planning contributes significantly to institutional performance by improving resource allocation, cost efficiency, accountability, timely service delivery, and compliance with procurement regulations. Procurement budgeting was found to enhance financial discipline by aligning procurement activities with available resources and reducing unnecessary expenditure. Similarly, proper identification of procurement needs and clear specifications improved the quality and suitability of goods and services acquired, while procurement risk management reduced potential financial, operational, and contractual risks. The study concludes that systematic procurement planning and realistic budgeting are essential for improving efficiency, transparency, and value for money in public institutions in Sokoto State. It therefore recommends strengthening procurement planning processes, enhancing staff capacity, ensuring accurate budgeting, and establishing effective mechanisms for monitoring procurement risks and implementation.