Public Procurement Nexus Social for Mitigate the Corruption: Lesson from Indonesia

Abstract

This study addresses the susceptibility to corruption within Indonesia's National Budget (APBN) in the Procurement of Goods and Services, emphasizing the potential for misallocation across regions. Significant scholarly contributions, particularly from researchers in Indonesia and international, set the stage for an in-depth exploration of preventive measures against public procurement corruption. Employing a Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach, this study integrates community solidarity into the corruption prevention model. Hybrid data collection methods, including questionnaires, interviews, and focus group discussions (FGDs), were employed. Emphasizing the critical role of e-procurement, the study advocates for its transparent and accountable application to deter corruption. To fortify prevention, the study recommends mandatory declarations from tender participants, coupled with an enhanced auction rebuttal mechanism throughout the procurement stages. This preventative framework also underscores the importance of civilian, academic, and journalistic supervision to anticipate corruption and conflicts of interest. Recognizing the nuanced nature of fraud patterns at the provincial level, the study suggests a region-specific approach to maximizing e-procurement. This regional focus aligns with the study's emphasis on the involvement of relevant agencies operating at the local level. In essence, this research contributes a targeted analysis to complement existing literature, aiming to curb corruption in public procurement through strategic preventive measures.