In this part of the P3 business case, the project sponsor should:
• Describe and explain the project's key parameters. Specifically, the sponsor should answer the What, Where and When of the project; and
• Clearly relate the project scope to the needs identified in Step 2 above.
Figure 2: Describing the project and its scope
What | Definition of the project's mandate; scope; scale; functionality; capabilities; indicative cost; studies and planning completed to date; feasibility; economic impact; costing; design; engineering and other technical elements; and physical characteristics. |
Where | The location of the project; physical context and any sensitivities; status of environmental approvals; planning or other municipal requirements; land assembly and Duty to Consult requirements. |
When | Information on planning horizons; design and construction horizons; operating horizons; and risks to timing (e.g., expiring leases, legislative changes. |