The role of competition in best value : How far does it differ from CCT?

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Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)219-235
Journal / PublicationLocal Government Studies
Volume31
Issue number2
Publication statusPublished - Apr 2005
Externally publishedYes

Abstract

This article investigates the role of 'competition' within Best Value (BV) and compares it with that of Compulsory Competitive Tendering (CCT). Utilising results of a survey of BV lead officers, the article reveals that 'competition' is not being used as widely as may have been expected. However, in terms of outcomes, services subject to BV seem to be at least as likely to be provided externally as would have been the case under CCT. Further analysis also considers the impact that party political control and service type have on the use and outcomes of competition. © 2005 Taylor & Francis Group Ltd.

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The role of competition in best value: How far does it differ from CCT? / Higgins, Paul; James, Phil; Roper, Ian.
In: Local Government Studies, Vol. 31, No. 2, 04.2005, p. 219-235.

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