Local Government’s Intention to Use Public-Private Partnerships for Infrastructure Projects in China: Antecedents in a Technology Acceptance Model

Menglei Jiang; Caiyun Cui; Bo Xia; Martin Skitmore; Yongjian Ke; Yong Liu

doi:10.3390/su17062451

Local Government’s Intention to Use Public-Private Partnerships for Infrastructure Projects in China: Antecedents in a Technology Acceptance Model

Menglei Jiang, Caiyun Cui, Bo Xia, Martin Skitmore, Yongjian Ke, Yong Liu^*

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Public-private partnerships (PPPs) are globally recognized for their innovative infrastructure delivery and public services; however, the factors influencing their adoption in China remain unexplored. This study investigates PPPs using the technology acceptance model (TAM). Surveying 353 regional civil servants reveals a direct positive impact of complexity on PPP policy. Additionally, policy positively correlates with perceived usefulness and ease of use, mediated by relative advantage, belief in benefits, and facilitating conditions. Regional disparities exist, with notable differences in complexity, perceived ease of use, and usage intention. These findings contribute to the PPP literature and offer practical insights for policymakers regarding sustainable PPP coordination.

Original language	English
Article number	2451
Pages (from-to)	1-24
Number of pages	24
Journal	Sustainability (Switzerland)
Volume	17
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.3390/su17062451
Publication status	Published - Mar 2025

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