LEGAL ANALYSIS OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ELECTRONIC BIDDING IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF JARDIM DO SERIDÓ: PROGRESS AND CHALLENGES.

Abstract

Starting from the analysis of the need for transformation in public administration, particularly concerning transparency and agility in its actions, it becomes evident how essential it is to use tools that consistently enable procedural development. Thus, it is of great importance to understand the methods underpinning the activities employed by public administration, such as the bidding process in the form of the electronic auction modality. This study aims to highlight the benefits of electronic auctions in public procurement, with a specific focus on the municipality of Jardim do Seridó-RN.In this context, the aim is to highlight the main contributions resulting from its use in the aforementioned municipality, including its efficiency, procedural speed and flexibility, as well as bureaucratic and financial reduction, alongside greater transparency. The theoretical foundation of this study was based on a bibliographic review of relevant works by renowned authors in the field, such as Niebuhr (2020) and Oliveira (2019). Additionally, legislation and materials available from online sources were consulted to provide a comprehensive view of the topic.In the empirical research sphere, results obtained through interviews conducted with staff working in the procurement sector of the municipality were also incorporated. Thus, the identified results of this modality—its purpose, adaptation, and advantages—demonstrate its innovative and modernizing aspects for public administration and the local economy.