A PMI Certified Training Course
PPP Project Preparation & Contract Management
Maximizing the Benefits and Mitigating Risks
Modules
This training course is split into two modules:
Module I - Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Project Preparation
Module II - Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Contract Management
Each module is structured and can be taken as a stand-alone training course; however, delegates will maximise their benefits by taking Module 1 and 2 back-to-back as a 2-week training course.
Why Choose PPP Project Preparation & Contract Management Training Course?
It is widely recognised that good project preparation and contract management is fundamental to a successful PPP project. The concept of PPP obligates a more collaborative relationship between both sectors, fostered by openness and trust. This presents a major shift from the traditional arms-length approach in procuring services and executing projects. Well designed, feasible projects attract greater interest amongst potential investors and demonstrate the potential benefits of taking the project forward to procurement phase.
This PPP Project Preparation & Contract Management training course focuses on how best to prepare for a PPP project and then manage the PPP procurement process; identifying, assessing and allocating the principal risks in structuring the PPP contract, and other key issues that need to be considered in managing these long term high risk contracts. Exposure to both of the commercial landscape and background to PPP as well as its implementation will promote greater understanding of its place in infrastructure procurement.
This PPP Project Preparation & Contract Management training course will feature:
- Selection of a PPP contract type for given project context
- What constitutes a sound feasibility approach
- How to perform a basic project appraisal
- How key risk areas can be managed
- Focus on principal ways PPP contracts can be properly managed
The Structure
This comprehensive training course consists of two modules which can be booked as a 10-Day Training event, or as individual, 5-Day training courses.
Module 1 – Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Project Preparation
Module 2 – Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Contract Management
What are the Goals?
By the end of This PPP Project Preparation & Contract Management training course, participants will be able to:
- Determine project identification, screening and selection
- Address the range of issues in identifying, financing and procurement
- Analyse best practices in conducting financial, economic and technical feasibility studies
- Analyse the principal risk areas and issues common to all PPPs
- Explain the PPP procurement process
- Identify key PPP contract clauses
The Course Content
Module 1: Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Project Preparation
Key behaviours:
- Perform a comprehensive Needs Analysis
- Understand the different types of feasibility studies required for any PPP project
- Distinguish between the needs and wants in the project scope
- Interpret and identify social and environmental safeguards
Topics to be covered:
- Needs and options analysis
- Legal feasibility
- Technical feasibility
- Scoping social/environment safeguards analysis
- Preliminary financial viability including expectations of required Government financial support
Competency Description: It is essentially important that personnel involved in any PPP project understands the full scope and context of the various PPP schemes.
Key behaviours:
- Appreciate the fundamental concepts of the PPP scheme
- Understand the different types of PPP contracts
- Know and understand the critical phases and levels of a PPP project
- Appreciate the rationale behind market needs
Topics to be covered:
- Rationale, aim and motivation for engaging PPP
- Key phases of the PPP project process
- The structure of the PPPs
- Different types of PPPs
- The four levels of preparation and implementation
- Analyse the important factors for the project preparation process
Competency Description: Many vital decisions have to be made and PPP project professionals must recognize and understand the various options in order to make the right decision for a sustainable and successful PPP project.
Key behaviours:
- Appreciate Understanding and knowledge of investment models
- Know how to select suitable PPP projects
- Knowledge and insights of the different PPP models
- Analysis of cost benefits
- Decision making abilities giving value for money
- Perform a basic project appraisal
Topics to be covered:
- Public investment delivery model
- Economies of scale and project grouping
- Analysis of cost benefits of a PPP project
- How to get value for money in PPP projects
- Commercialisation potential analysis
- Market potential
- Capacity of assuming long term commitments
Competency Description: A critical success factor in any PPP project is understanding the various components and best practice to prepare and implement a comprehensive project implementation plan.
Key behaviours:
- Develop a practical ability to identify and mange project risks
- Understand the importance of financial and economic analyses
- Interpret costings estimates and impacts
- Decipher payment mechanisms in PPP projects
- Develop and implement practical project plans
Topics to be covered:
- Project identification, risks, sustainability
- Project design: Tender strategy, technical aspects, components, cost estimation, and financing
- Structuring a PPP contracts
- How to avoid common pitfalls
- Importance of project financial and economic analysis
- Understanding and applying payment mechanisms
- Preparing the Project Implementation Plan
- Project Management Arrangements – Various types of agreements and monitoring indicators
Key behaviours:
- Appreciate the importance of proactive project management strategy
- Know the fundamental concepts of project management
- Identify the challenges parties face in a PPP projects and how to overcome them
- Choose the right people and skills for the various roles
- Formulate clear and concise management plans
- Appreciate the strategic objectives of stakeholder management
Topics to be covered:
- Appointing a PPP project manager and project team (Project Implementation Unit)
- Key roles within the project, including decision-making authorities, and sources and funding for assistance
- Preparing the project plan
- Dealing with main challenges of a PPP project
- The absolute importance of stakeholder consultation and managing the interface
- Risk assessment and analysis
- Going beyond the construction phase to ensure success in Operations
- Hand back of asset upon contract expiry
Module 2: Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Contract Management
- Contemporary Landscape of PPPs
- PPP Models and Innovative Structures
- Modern Financing Strategies and emerging tools
- Fiscal and Policy Implications in the current economic climate
- Addressing Pitfalls and Limitations
- Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration
- Strategic procurement planning for successful outcomes
- Best practices in managing competitive bidding processes
- Crafting and implementing output-based performance specifications
- Navigating complexities to achieve financial close
- Addressing and integrating unsolicited bid proposals.
- Building stakeholder collaboration throughout the procurement process
- Modern risk management strategies for PPP projects
- Defining and meeting service delivery performance standards
- Payment mechanisms, including availability and performance-based models
- Effective dispute resolution processes
- Managing termination triggers and contingency planning
- Implementing risk-sharing agreements for better risk allocation
- Managing relief and compensation events for operational stability
- Structuring and negotiating pricing and payment frameworks
- Legal and operational implications of warranties and indemnities
- Managing intellectual property in public-private projects
- Effective use of ‘step-in’ rights in critical scenarios
- Addressing and mitigating emerging risks, including unforeseen liabilities
- Building and sustaining effective public-private relationships
- Techniques for monitoring delivery and managing risks
- Best practices for handling change during contract implementation
- Preparing for contract expiry and renewal decisions
- Planning for asset handover with a focus on quality and sustainability
- Capturing lessons learned to inform future PPP projects
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
- The applicable PMI Professional Development Units/Contact Hours will be reflected in the Certificate of Completion
How Aztech Saudi Can Enhance Your Professional Career
At Aztech Saudi, we believe that professional development is the foundation of long-term career success. This training course is expertly designed to equip individuals with practical skills, forward-thinking strategies, and the confidence to navigate today’s dynamic work environments. Each course is delivered by subject matter specialists with extensive industry experience, ensuring that every learning experience is relevant, impactful, and aligned with real-world challenges. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical expertise, enhance leadership abilities, or stay ahead of industry trends, Aztech Saudi provides the tools you need to elevate your performance and deliver measurable value to your organization.
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