Introduction

Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) are essential for delivering large-scale infrastructure, energy, transportation, and public service projects globally. These agreements involve complex legal, financial, and risk-sharing mechanisms that require expertise in contract structuring, negotiation, and regulatory compliance. As governments and private entities seek innovative funding and operational models, professionals must be equipped with the skills to develop successful PPP contracts. This advanced course provides in-depth knowledge of PPP frameworks, risk allocation, contract structuring, and dispute resolution to ensure effective partnership management.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key legal, financial, and contractual elements of PPPs.
• Structure and negotiate PPP contracts for infrastructure, utilities, and public services.
• Assess risks, regulatory requirements, and compliance considerations in PPP agreements.
• Navigate financing models, investment structures, and stakeholder responsibilities.
• Develop dispute resolution strategies for PPP contract management.
• Adapt to emerging trends in sustainable and digital infrastructure PPPs.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for:

• Government officials and policymakers managing PPP projects.
• Legal professionals specializing in public procurement and infrastructure contracts.
• Project finance and investment professionals working on PPP funding.
• Engineering and construction executives involved in PPP project delivery.
• Procurement managers handling public-sector agreements.
• Risk managers and compliance officers overseeing PPP regulations.

Course Outline

Day 1: Fundamentals of PPP Contracts

• Introduction to Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs): Definitions and global trends.
• Legal and regulatory frameworks governing PPP agreements.
• Different PPP models:
  • Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT), Build-Own-Operate (BOO), Design-Build-Finance-Operate (DBFO), etc.
• Key stakeholders in PPPs: roles and responsibilities of governments, private sector, and financiers.
• Case Study: Reviewing successful and failed PPP projects.

Day 2: PPP Contract Structuring and Risk Allocation

• Essential components of PPP agreements: contract duration, obligations, and performance benchmarks.
• Risk allocation and mitigation strategies:
  • Construction, operational, financial, and regulatory risks.
• Payment mechanisms: availability-based vs. revenue-based models.
• Legal considerations in contract amendments and renegotiations.
• Workshop: Structuring a PPP contract with effective risk-sharing mechanisms.

Day 3: PPP Financing Models and Investment Structures

• Sources of financing for PPPs:
  • Government grants, private equity, debt financing, and multilateral institutions.
• Understanding Project Finance in PPPs: non-recourse financing and bankability.
• Revenue generation models: toll roads, utilities, and public service fees.
• Financial sustainability and value-for-money assessments in PPPs.
• Case Study: Analyzing financial models of major infrastructure PPPs.

Day 4: Dispute Resolution and Compliance in PPP Contracts

• Common disputes in PPP projects: delays, contract breaches, and financial risks.
• Dispute resolution mechanisms: arbitration, mediation, and litigation.
• Regulatory compliance: anti-corruption laws, procurement rules, and transparency standards.
• ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) considerations in modern PPPs.
• Workshop: Developing a compliance strategy for a large-scale PPP project.

Day 5: Future Trends and Digital Transformation in PPPs

• Smart infrastructure and digital PPPs: integrating AI, IoT, and blockchain.
• The role of sustainability and green financing in future PPPs.
• The impact of legal reforms on PPP agreements and procurement policies.
• Public sector challenges: balancing public interest with private profitability.
• Final Project: Drafting an advanced PPP contract addressing future risks.

Conclusion

This five-day intensive course equips participants with a comprehensive understanding of PPP contracts, covering legal, financial, and risk management aspects. Through practical case studies, contract structuring exercises, and negotiation simulations, participants will develop expertise in crafting successful PPP agreements that ensure long-term project viability and regulatory compliance.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certified Public-Private Partnership Contract Specialist (CPPCS) Certificate from Learnify® Training. This certification validates expertise in PPP contract management, risk assessment, and financing strategies.

Certification Benefits:

• Recognition as a certified professional in PPP contracts and project finance.
• Enhanced credibility for professionals working in government, infrastructure, and legal sectors.
• Competitive advantage for professionals involved in high-value public-private projects.
• Digital and physical certification for career advancement.