SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE RESEARCH

Suggestions for future research are proposed with the idea of conducting a more in-depth study on the same subject matter and including a larger or wider population group. The subject of EO is much more than the basic construct which meets the eye and deserves far more attention by researchers and scholars internationally. Educating quantity surveyors and entrepreneurs regarding EO in order to equip themselves to become not only competent quantity surveyors but also competent business leaders is recommended.

A study to explore whether competitive bidding affects small, medium and micro enterprises in a manner similar to large firms is also recommended. Lastly, the insurance industry could also be influenced by competitive bidding, therefore the element of risk and competitive bidding is an area that can also be investigated.

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