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The article discusses the concept of collaboration in the public sector. Particular focus is given to the use of the word by public administrators and procurement officials and the definition of collaboration according to Merriam-Webster dictionary. Other topics addressed include the significance of interpersonal relationships in public administration.

The article discusses the common characteristics shared by a small church choir and a public sector organization that strive for performance excellence. These include their commitment to excellence, the human element, and their primary desired output. Also mentioned is the need by both the choir and public sector organization for management.

The author discusses the need to create university-level programs in public procurement and contract management in order to enhance the skills of future public procurement officials. According to the author, aside from the incomplete knowledge of faculty teaching these courses, there remains a gap of what needs to be taught and what is taught in existing procurement courses. In the meantime, he claims that enhancement of procurement skills can be learned through distance learning.

The article presents the virtue of intellectual integrity. The author narrates his experience with Kenneth C. Trufant at the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing as his example of a man of this virtue, speaking up on issues that needed to be addressed by the organization. It discusses guiding principles in deciding to take such action when a problem or opportunity comes up, citing its importance in the field of public procurement.