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Issues in the development of monitoring systems for purchase of service contracting.
Abstract
Since the implementation of Title XX in 1975, purchase-of-service contracting (POSC) has become the dominant method of funding and providing human services. Most government human service contracting agencies, however, would be unable to produce data that demonstrate either efficiency or effectiveness of services provided through POSC. This may be attributed, in part, to the absence of well-developed POSC monitoring systems. Well-designed monitoring systems should (1) assure accountability, (2) assure contract compliance, (3) identify problems, and (4) provide decision makers with information for future planning. Factors affecting each of these functions and barriers to the development of a comprehensive and effective POSC monitoring system are presented and discussed. (Journal abstract, edited.)
Journal
(1985)
vol9
no3
pages69-82
Categories
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Evaluation and Information Management
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Accountability and Efficiency
