Governança e transparência em contratos administrativos: estudo comparado entre Brasil e Estados Unidos

Abstract

This study analyzes how the principles and practices of governance and transparency can contribute to improving the management and oversight of administrative contracts in Brazil, in light of experiences and best practices adopted in the United States. The research adopts a qualitative and comparative approach, based on documentary analysis and theoretical review, examining legal frameworks, institutional reports, and guidelines issued by national and international oversight bodies. The findings indicate that Brazil has a modern and comprehensive regulatory framework; however, it still faces challenges related to institutional fragmentation, low interoperability among systems, limited use of digital tools, and the absence of a consolidated culture of collaborative governance. The comparison with the U.S. model revealed that practices such as performance-based management, real-time transparency, and the strategic use of open data can enhance efficiency and accountability in the Brazilian context. As an applied outcome, the study resulted in the development of two regulatory instruments, classified as a Technical and Technological Product: (i) a draft Normative Instruction on governance in administrative contracts, aimed at strengthening transparency, accountability, and the integration between planning, execution, and contract oversight; and (ii) a draft Institutional Ordinance on governance in administrative contracts, designed as a complementary regulation to the Contract Oversight Manual of the Federal University of Technology – Paraná (UTFPR). These proposals present a set of strategic actions and practical recommendations intended to promote preventive control practices, enhance information traceability, and consolidate a more efficient, ethical, and participatory model of contract management, reinforcing the role of the State as a promoter of public trust and good governance.