Evaluating eREVERSE auctions (EeRA): A research note

This eGISE network paper seeks to evaluate issues relating to the implementation ofelectronic reverse auctions (eRA) within local government procurement processes. Theadoption of an eRA invites pre-qualified suppliers to compete with each other for a specifiedgood or service. Consequently, there is a unique opportunity for the buyer to receive areduced cost through the successful bidder. However, the literature identifies a number ofadverse effects within these arrangements depending upon the nature of the buyer/supplierrelationship. The objectives of the research involves identifying a set of business scenarios todemonstrate the impact of different eRA strategies in this respect. This will be achievedthrough a structured case analysis approach to enable qualitative data to be modelled througha visual toolset simulation. It is believed the outcome of the investigation will providevaluable insights into the complexities associated with the eProcurement process.