Infrastructure Knowledge Exchange

The core principle behind the PPP is the creation of a contractual bubble – a framework of contracts.

This book proposes a synthesis of several of the works carried out for the research program, as well as a comparison with other works treating a similar problem.

The procurement guidelines were introduced in April 2015 by ADB. The purpose of these Guidelines is to inform those carrying out a project that is financed in whole or in part by a loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), ADB-financed grant, or ADB-administered funds.

This is a summary of policies and procedures governing procurement and selection of consultants in Bank-financed projects.

Measuring performance is the first step in understanding the strengths and weaknesses of any system and take corrective actions.

Participating in tenders abroad might not be the right strategy for every construction company, nor is it a priority for every tendering authority to attract foreign bidders.

In June 2016, under Japanese presidency, G7 Leaders endorsed “G7 Ise- Shima Principles for Promoting Quality Infrastructure Investment,” which has crystalized as definition of quality infrastructure investment.

The performance of an urban road system can be defined according to different thematic areas such as traffic flow, accessibility, maintenance and safety, for which the scientific literature proposes different measurement indicators.

This report addresses the critical question: how can the public and private sectors build successful partnerships?

This PPP checklist is an extension of the initial framework.

This second version of the PPP Reference Guide, as the first one, presents a global overview of the diversity of approaches and experiences in the implementation of PPPs and more.

This paper compares and contrasts the experience of institutional investors in the two countries looking at factors such as infrastructure policies, the pension system, investment strategies and governance of pension funds.

The Reference Guide attempts to provide the most relevant examples, references and resources to help readers inform themselves on key PPP topics.

The aim of this guidebook is to compile information on PPP frameworks in APEC member economies into a single information as a facilitatory tool for investment.

The OECD Recommendation on Public Procurement is the overarching OECD guiding principle on public procurement that promotes the strategic and holistic use of public procurement.

Infrastructure investment needs to be substantially increased in most developing and emerging economies to meet social needs and support more rapid economic growth.

Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) are now being used in many countries to develop infrastructure projects.

The paper looks at the consequences of Technological disruption in construction for infrastructure-investment managers.

This handbook synthesises and disseminates knowledge to inform the planning, implementation, and operations of urban rail projects.