Assess the P3 potential of the project in terms of business and operational impacts using the following criteria:
Technical
■ Does the project have any inherent technical constraints that cannot be solved by a private/not for profit sector partner?
■ Can the public sector develop appropriate performance/output specifications for the project?
■ Can appropriate mechanisms be established to monitor the private/not for profit sector partner's performance?
■ How will the bundling of design, build and operate result in expedited completion of the capital asset and reduced costs?
■ Can payment and/or revenue be tied to performance?
■ Does the project offer opportunities for innovation by a private sector partner?
■ Is the project free of jurisdiction and liability issues that prevent a public body from using a P3 approach?
Operational
■ Can a public sector organization develop appropriate operating standards for the project?
■ Are there any operational and accountability issues that cannot be realistically addressed by a private/not for profit sector partner?
■ Can the private/not for profit sector partner be held accountable for appropriate performance?
Acceptability
■ Is there potential for objections to the use of a P3 approach and the involvement of a private/not for profit sector partner in the project by the public, elected officials, public sector staff, unions or other stakeholders?
■ Where applicable, is the use of a P3 supported by the Supported Infrastructure Organization (SIO)?
Implementation
■ Does the private sector have the expertise to deliver?
■ Is there sufficient interest in the private sector to generate meaningful competition in P3 procurement?
■ Can a fair, accountable and transparent selection process by used?
■ Can an internal project champion be found?
■ Can the project champion access the resources necessary to be a competent partner?
■ Can a successful transition plan be developed?
Timing
■ Are the timelines adequate to develop operating specifications, contract documents and to undertake a P3 solicitation and evaluation?
■ Can the issues raised in the items above be addressed in the project timelines?