Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://hdl.handle.net/10419/126999 
Year of Publication: 
2014
Series/Report no.: 
PIDS Discussion Paper Series No. 2014-26
Publisher: 
Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS), Makati City
Abstract: 
This article compares the costs and benefits for the government of leasing vis-a-vis outright purchase of motor vehicles. It presents two methods through which public managers can estimate and assess the value of procuring motor vehicles either under lease payment or direct purchase. Using data from selected government agencies, the net present values generated suggest that outright purchase of low-end vehicles is preferable to leasing. For high-end models, leasing offers a more practical option. The findings, however, are far from conclusive because assumptions regarding the variables and input data are subject to change. Results can be significantly improved with better and more accurate statistics. To gain sufficient understanding of the issue, factors other than those covered by the study, i.e., economies of scale and entry of commercial banks, must also be explored.
Subjects: 
government procurement
Philippines
zero-based budgeting
all-purpose vehicles
lease payment
motor vehicle acquisition
direct purchase
Document Type: 
Working Paper

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