During the Privatization Project Preparation stages set out in Section 3 of Chapter 2, certain interactions with the private sector are required, to determine whether there is private sector interest, experience, and capacity to engage in a specific project. In addition, private sector input can be an important input for helping a Project Work Team determine if a contemplated project approach will be appropriate for the market, or whether certain refinements may be necessary.
While such interaction is essential, it is also necessary for the Work Team to conduct it such that no competitive advantage is afforded to any private party, and that procurement-sensitive information is not divulged. Therefore, these interactions shall be performed as specified below, unless the Work Team obtains approval from the Supervisory Committee for additional or alternative interactions.