This analysis found that for infrastructure PPPs to be considered appropriately, the private sector needs to approach projects with a strong sense of commitment and understanding of the public interest. This will not happen without a shared sense and clarity of objectives, clear understanding of roles and responsibilities, and consistency of decision-making. State and federal action is needed.
To date, the interest in PPPs for infrastructure focuses mainly on procurement, finance and project delivery. Yet in addition to the infusion of capital that accompanies some PPP arrangements and apart from the projects themselves, there are significant policy issues that must be part of the discussion to both take advantage of the private sector funds ready to be invested and achieve other national goals and objectives.