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Strategic Public-Private Partnerships: Planning, Financing and Delivery

The Building Strategies in Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Training Course is designed to equip public-sector officials, private-sector professionals, project managers, investors, and development pr...

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Aug 24 - Sep 04
Programme Overview
Training Description

Who Should Attend

  • Economists and Financial Analysts
  • Development Finance Professionals
  • Commercial and Investment Bankers
  • Private Infrastructure Developers
  • Investors and Fund Managers
  • Engineering and Construction Professionals
  • Consultants and Advisory Firms
  • Risk Management Professionals
  • Local Government and County Government Officials
  • Donor and Development Agency Professionals
  • Professionals involved in infrastructure and public-service projects
Session Objectives
  • Understand the fundamental concepts and rationale behind Public Private Partnerships.
  • Learn to identify and evaluate suitable projects for PPP implementation.
  • Acquire skills in conducting comprehensive feasibility studies and risk assessments.
  • Comprehend techniques for designing robust financial models for PPP projects.
  • Explore strategies for developing effective procurement processes to attract private partners.
  • Understand the importance of negotiating and managing complex PPP contracts.
  • Gain insights into ensuring value for money and affordability in PPPs.
  • Develop a practical understanding of stakeholder engagement and communication strategies.
  • Master methods for monitoring and evaluating PPP project performance.
  • Analyze the legal, regulatory, and institutional frameworks necessary for successful PPPs.
  • Understand different PPP models and their appropriate applications.
  • Acquire knowledge of blended finance and credit enhancement mechanisms.
  • Develop skills in dispute resolution and contract renegotiation.
  • Learn to address cross-cutting issues like environmental sustainability and social inclusion.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation in PPP endeavors.
About the Course

The Building Strategies in Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Training Course is designed to equip public-sector officials, private-sector professionals, project managers, investors, and development practitioners with the knowledge and practical skills required to develop, structure, evaluate, and manage successful Public-Private Partnership initiatives.The course provides a comprehensive understanding of the PPP lifecycle, from project identification and feasibility assessment to procurement, financing, contract management, implementation, monitoring, and eventual handback. Participants will explore how governments and private-sector partners can collaborate to deliver infrastructure and public services while managing risks, protecting public value, and achieving sustainable outcomes.The training also examines PPP business models, project finance, risk allocation, stakeholder engagement, value-for-money assessment, procurement strategies, contract structures, and performance management. Practical case studies and simulations will enable participants to apply PPP concepts to real-world infrastructure and service-delivery projects.

 

 

Curriculum & Topics

15 Topics | 5 Days

  • play Subtopic 1.1: Defining PPPs: core characteristics, benefits, and limitations.

  • play Subtopic 1.2: Evolution of PPPs globally and their role in infrastructure development.

  • play Subtopic 1.3: Key drivers for adopting PPPs: fiscal constraints, efficiency gains, innovation.

  • play Subtopic 1.4: Distinguishing PPPs from traditional public procurement and privatization.

  • play Subtopic 1.5: Overview of the PPP project lifecycle.

  • play Subtopic 2.1: Exploring various PPP models: BOT, BOOT, DBFO, Concessions, Lease, O&M, PFI.

  • play Subtopic 2.2: Understanding the risk allocation matrix for different PPP models.

  • play Subtopic 2.3: Case studies of successful PPP models across various sectors (transport, energy, social infrastructure).

  • play Subtopic 2.4: Case studies of successful PPP models across various sectors (transport, energy, social infrastructure).• Case studies of successful PPP models across various sectors (transport, energy, social infrastructure).• Case studies of successful PPP models across various sectors (transport, energy, social infrastructure).

  • play Subtopic 2.5: Selecting the appropriate PPP model based on project characteristics and objectives.

  • play Subtopic 2.6: Hybrid PPP models and their application.

  • play Subtopic 3.1: Aligning PPPs with national and sectoral development plans.

  • play Subtopic 3.2: Developing a strategic framework for PPP project identification.

  • play Subtopic 3.3: Criteria for selecting appropriate projects for PPPs.

  • play Subtopic 3.4: Preliminary project screening and feasibility assessment.

  • play Subtopic 3.5: The role of PPP units and enabling frameworks.

  • play Subtopic 4.1: Technical, economic, financial, legal, and environmental feasibility studies.

  • play Subtopic 4.2: Demand analysis and market sounding.

  • play Subtopic 4.3: Developing the project concept and scope.

  • play Subtopic 4.4: Preparing robust business cases for PPP projects.

  • play Subtopic 4.5: Engaging specialist consultants in project preparation.

  • play Subtopic 5.1: Identifying and categorizing PPP project risks (construction, operational, financial, legal, political, force majeure).

  • play Subtopic 5.2: Techniques for quantitative and qualitative risk assessment.

  • play Subtopic 5.3: Principles of optimal risk allocation: allocating risk to the party best able to manage it.

  • play Subtopic 5.4: Developing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.

  • play Subtopic 5.5: Financial implications of risk allocation.

  • play Subtopic 6.1: Understanding project finance principles in the context of PPPs.

  • play Subtopic 6.2: Sources of finance for PPPs: debt, equity, grants, blended finance.

  • play Subtopic 6.3: Developing comprehensive financial models for PPP projects.

  • play Subtopic 6.4: Key financial ratios and metrics for viability assessment (IRR, NPV, DSCR).

  • play Subtopic 6.5: Credit enhancement mechanisms and government guarantees.

  • play Subtopic 7.1: Definition and importance of Value for Money in PPPs.

  • play Subtopic 7.2: Methodologies for VfM assessment (e.g., Public Sector Comparator).

  • play Subtopic 7.3: Quantifying qualitative benefits and costs.

  • play Subtopic 7.4: Affordability analysis and fiscal implications for the public sector.

  • play Subtopic 7.5: Ensuring optimal risk transfer and long-term cost efficiency.

  • play Subtopic 8.1: Designing a competitive and transparent procurement process.

  • play Subtopic 8.2: Different procurement methods: competitive dialogue, open tender, negotiated procedure.

  • play Subtopic 8.3: Bid evaluation criteria and selection of the private sector partner.

  • play Subtopic 8.4: Best practices in tender management.

  • play Subtopic 9.1: Key components of a comprehensive PPP contract.

  • play Subtopic 9.2: Critical contractual clauses: scope of work, performance standards, payment mechanisms, dispute resolution.

  • play Subtopic 9.3: Negotiation strategies and techniques for win-win outcomes.

  • play Subtopic 9.4: Contract administration and ongoing performance monitoring.

  • play Subtopic 9.5: Managing variations, changes, and force majeure events.

  • play Subtopic 10.1: Essential elements of an enabling legal framework for PPPs.

  • play Subtopic 10.2: Review of international best practices in PPP legislation.

  • play Subtopic 10.3: Regulatory bodies and their role in oversight and compliance.

  • play Subtopic 10.4: Dispute resolution mechanisms: mediation, arbitration, litigation.

  • play Subtopic 10.5: Termination clauses and exit strategies.

  • play Subtopic 11.1: Identifying and mapping key PPP stakeholders (government agencies, local communities, civil society, private sector, lenders).

  • play Subtopic 11.2: Developing effective communication plans throughout the PPP lifecycle.

  • play Subtopic 11.3: Public consultations and community engagement strategies.

  • play Subtopic 11.4: Managing public perception and addressing concerns.

  • play Subtopic 11.5: Transparency and disclosure in PPP projects.

  • play Subtopic 12.1: Establishing robust performance indicators and benchmarks.

  • play Subtopic 12.2: Setting up monitoring frameworks and reporting mechanisms.

  • play Subtopic 12.3: Tools and technologies for performance tracking.

  • play Subtopic 12.4: Periodic performance reviews and audits.

  • play Subtopic 12.5: Lessons learned and adaptive management.

  • play Subtopic 13.1: Integrating environmental and social safeguards into PPP projects.

  • play Subtopic 13.2: Ensuring social inclusion and gender equity.

  • play Subtopic 13.3: Community benefits and local content development.

  • play Subtopic 13.4: Climate resilience and green infrastructure considerations.

  • play Subtopic 13.5: Anti-corruption measures and integrity pacts in PPPs.

  • play Subtopic 14.1: Common reasons for contract renegotiation.

  • play Subtopic 14.2: Principles and best practices for fair and transparent renegotiation.

  • play Subtopic 14.3: Managing distressed PPP projects.

  • play Subtopic 14.4: Conditions and consequences of contract termination.

  • play Subtopic 14.5: Contingency planning for project failure or early termination.

  • play Subtopic 15.1: The role of technology in PPPs: smart infrastructure, digital twins, AI.

  • play Subtopic 15.2: PPPs for social infrastructure (healthcare, education, affordable housing).

  • play Subtopic 15.3: Resilience-focused PPPs and post-disaster reconstruction.

  • play Subtopic 15.4: PPPs in developing economies: challenges and opportunities.

  • play Subtopic 15.5: Strategic recommendations for building a robust PPP pipeline.

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