While the key purpose of most PPPs is to provide particular service-enabling capability, PPPs may deliver improved value for money when the Project Company is able to provide commercial development within the Project offering. The delivery of commercial opportunities is usually not possible by Government.
Complementing a service providing PPP project with any commercial development does require careful consideration. The commercial development must provide some benefit to the core service-enabling asset.
Previous examples have provided improved amenity to the users of the asset, strengthening green credentials and the provision of accommodation or car parking facilities (for example) to support the asset.