We should note that the Deh Cho Bridge was actually not a P3 project. It was a negotiated contract where substantial design and construction risk was still with the GNWT. Before the P3 procurement starts, the GNWT undertakes a detailed risk analysis of the proposed P3 procurement compared to traditional procurement. This ensures risks are reflected in the procurement and all proponents are clearly aware of the risks they would be assuming as captured in the project agreement. To ensure that deficiencies are being properly managed, there will be no service commencement unless the design, construction, and operating specs as specified in the Project Agreement are met as determined by an independent certifier. No payments will be made by the GNWT until the Mackenzie Valley Fibre Optic Link is independently certified.
Robert C. McLeod on Question 115-18(2): Mackenzie Valley Fibre Optic Link Project
In the Legislative Assembly on March 3rd, 2016. See this statement in context.
Question 115-18(2): Mackenzie Valley Fibre Optic Link Project
Oral Questions
March 2nd, 2016
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