The objective for this audit was to assess the adequacy of the state's planning, procurement and management of the RWH redevelopment.
This audit objective was addressed by assessing whether:
● planning for the redevelopment project was adequate and included soundly based advice and recommendations to government on project financing and procurement methods
● procurement for the redevelopment project was conducted in line with relevant policy and guidance
● the state has been adequately managing its involvement in the construction phase of the project
● arrangements established by the state, to manage and supervise the long-term role of the private sector partner in supporting the operation of the new hospital, are adequate.
The following agencies were included in this audit:
● DHS
● DTF
● RWH.
The audit was performed in accordance with the applicable Australian auditing standards for performance audits.
The total cost of this audit, including staff time, overheads and the preparation and printing of this report, was $285 000.