4 Internal Factors - Initial Assessment
4.1 As outlined in the previous section, there are a number of factors that PPP participants consider are critical in terms of the NHS organisations ability to support the successful delivery of a project. Many of these are mandatory requirements as part of the development of the Outline Business Case.
4.2 These factors often include the following outlined in Figure 1 below. Each should be considered and an assessment made, based on the current status of the project, as to whether each is satisfied. This can be indicated by clicking on the relevant boxes. A cross indicates a positive assessment.
4.3 Projects where the initial assessment indicates that a significant proportion of the boxes can be checked should, subject to VfM Assessment Guidance requirements, proceed to the next stage of the assessment. In instances where the majority of the boxes remain unchecked there should be early discussion with PFCU and the project should be re-evaluated prior to proceeding to the next stage concentrating on those areas where gaps exist.
Figure 1 - Likely Participant Assessment of Scheme
Assessment Factor | Local Assessment | Comment |
NHSScotland body's management approach to PPP |
| All participants are keen to work with health organisations that have : |
| A well established Project Team with input and support of senior executives | |
| A Project Team with a full time, dedicated Project Director – with appropriate experience | |
| Wide ranging clinicians support for the development | |
| A clear and stable management structure | |
| Early partnership engagement has taken place as required in NHS HDL(2003)50 and NHS HDL(2004)18 | |
| A robust OBC preferred option has been identified backed by a comprehensive appraisal process | |
| Clear requirements | |
Financial viability |
| Published accounts show achievement of key financial targets for the last 3 years. |
| NHS organisation has clear steer on asset management | |
| NHSScotland body can afford the CPAM and shadow bid model affordability implications - which is accurate and appears to match high level requirements | |
SGHD(s) Commitment |
| Clear unambiguous sign up to the scheme at all stages including Initial Agreement and OBC |
| In schemes with more than one NHSScotland body involved or where third party income is a feature sign up from all parties is secured | |
Property Strategy |
| The proposed solution is consistent with the local property strategy |
