Mandatory minimum requirements:
• Every PPP project must have a PPP Governance Framework that is consistent with the Oversight Framework for the NSW Infrastructure Program and these Guidelines.
• All PPPs must have in place a comprehensive Probity Plan and appoint a Probity Adviser or Auditor.
• NSW Treasury must be invited to be a member of the Project Steering Committee and relevant Project Teams.
• All PPPs must comply with the NSW Supplier Code of Conduct.
• Prior to commencing procurement, the Responsible Agency must engage geotechnical and other experts to carry out site investigations to inform early risk conversations with relevant market participants and develop Commercial Principles appropriate for the project.
• Advisers engaged by the Government must be released as soon as their engagement is complete so those advisers are available to the market. This is subject to appropriate confidentiality and probity arrangements to be agreed with Probity Advisers.