The relative complexity of procurement under PPP means that tendering periods can be longer compared to traditional procurement models. Reducing the tendering period is therefore an important challenge if Public-Private Partnership (PPP) is to deliver infrastructure on time and within budget....

Public-private partnerships (PPPs) often require lengthy tendering periods that can deter bidders, reduce competition for contracts, and undermine the overall social benefits of PPP procurement. PPP tendering periods in Canada are notably shorter than in other countries with mature PPP markets...