The example in Table 2 demonstrates that decision makers in government are unlikely to focus on the procurement strategy when deciding whether they will allocate public funds to 'solve' identified problems with current community services.
However, if funds are allocated for the project, Government decision makers will need to be assured that a fit-for-purpose procurement strategy and project management will be used to deliver the proposed capital asset solution, and that the Owner:
■ has structured the procurement strategy and process to optimise the approved VfM outcomes at a fair price;
■ has the capacity and capability to successfully deliver the solution throughout the planning, market engagement, tender selection, negotiation of the TOC (including the legal and commercial terms and conditions) and project delivery stages; and
■ has a strategy and plan for project management and structures promoting successful ongoing operations.