The procurement of a PPP contract is generally much more complex than the procurement of conventional public sector projects and, depending on the complexity of the project, it may require much longer time. There are tasks that need to be completed before initiating the formal procurement process. These tasks may include the following:
• Deciding the whole procurement process including identification of stages at which government approval is required (if not already defined);
• Establishment of evaluation criteria and committees;
• Setting a timeframe and deliverables; and
• Establishing a contract negotiation team.
Once these tasks are completed and cleared by the government, the implementing agency can consider initiating the contract procurement process.