5.4.2 Comparison of timing of key milestones in the various selection options

Figure 5.3 compares the key milestones of:

• alliance Development Phase commences;

• final TOC agreed;

• preferred Proponent selected;

• PAA signed; and

• project delivery commences.

Recognising that the times are indicative and will vary between projects, it is noteworthy that all processes lead to similar commencement dates for project delivery since this is contingent upon agreeing the Final TOC and executing the PAA.

More details on each of these three selection processes, as well as relevant extracts from example RFPs, are set out in Appendix C.

Figure 5.3: Comparison of milestones in NOP selection processes

Alliancing provides an opportunity for Proponents to play to their unique strengths and optimise value to the state

Selecting the NOPs through a competitive process provides the Proponents opportunity to differentiate themselves from competitors by proposing innovative and unique approaches to the project.

Allowing the NOPs to compete on all four elements (commercial arrangements; project solution; team; TOC) rather than just a single element (e.g. team) allows the NOPs the maximum opportunity to 'play to their strengths' and provide a more holistic response because they are not constrained to one component.

This is good for both the Proponents, allowing them to compete on a full display of their merits; and for the Owner who can take greater confidence in having selected a team that is demonstrably best placed to deliver its project objectives.