This document provides guidance on bid and proposal evaluation for government buyers. It outlines how to properly evaluate preferences, conduct a two-step bid process, determine fair pricing, establish evaluation criteria, and set up a scoring system. It emphasizes ensuring requirements are realistic and evaluation criteria is objective. The document also discusses how to verify a bidder's ability to perform as proposed, such as through references, bonds, or warrantees. Pricing must be evaluated separately from other criteria, and preferences properly calculated. Techniques for price analysis are also provided to help determine if pricing is too high.
Democratic socialist republic of Sri Lanka is an island nation in South Asia with a population of 20 million. It has been demarcated into 9 provinces and 25 districts. Sri Lanka has an executive presidency elected for a period of 6 years by universal adult suffrage. Sri Lanka has a 225 member parliament as well directly elected for 6 years by a system of proportional representation. Extensive powers have been devolved to 9 directly elected provincial councils and over 250 municipal councils, urban councils and pradeshiya sabhas. The current per capita income of Sri Lanka is USD 1617 and over the last 5 year period the economic growth had been around 5%. Sri Lanka will continue in general to pursue open economic policies, and its attitude towards foreign investment will remain positive and more, for several reasons, including those of environmental concerns. In 2007, the Sri Lankan economy recorded a growth above 6 percent for the third consecutive year for the first time since 1948. The need to improve on quality and productivity of Municipal Engineering management for sustainable development and decision making by improvement of future skills in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka is a republic and a unitary state which is governed by a semi-presidential system with its official seat of government in Sri Jayawardenapura - Kotte, the capital.
The country is famous for the production and export of tea, coffee, coconuts, rubber and cinnamon, the last of which is native to the country.
The natural beauty of Sri Lanka has led to the title The Pearl of the Indian Ocean. The island is laden with lush tropical forests, white beaches and diverse landscapes with rich biodiversity.
Sri Lanka's rich culture can be attributed to the many different communities on the island
Sri Lanka is a founding member state of SAARC and a member United Nations, Commonwealth of Nations, G77 and Non-Aligned Movement. As of 2010, Sri Lanka was one of the fastest growing economies of the world. Its stock exchange was Asia's best performing stock market during 2009 and 2010
2nd Generation Construction procurement Reform -Published at IPPC 2012 at Se...Veluppillai Mohan
This objective of this paper is, to identify the 2nd Generation Construction procurement Reform from the procurement global construction survey and to attend to the views of the buyers (owners) of construction services and look at their take on the current state of the industry, their levels of satisfaction and importantly, some of the key issues facing future project planning and the appointment of contractors. Survey carried out research which sought to identify those issues which keep the CEOs of major contracting companies to say, the business risks facing contractors and the management of construction projects. The research survey carried out by owners, chief executives and senior executives of major leading global companies to explore three main areas: 1.Current business trends, 2.Managing the building process and 3.The future.
Public Procurement Reform and Modernization in Sri LANKAVeluppillai Mohan
This document discusses public procurement reform and modernization in Sri Lanka after the 2004 tsunami. It provides background on the disaster's impact and the government's remedial actions, including establishing employment initiatives to rebuild infrastructure using labor-intensive techniques. It also reviews concepts of public procurement, sustainable development, and integrating social and environmental considerations into each stage of the procurement cycle.
This document provides guidance on bid and proposal evaluation for government buyers. It outlines how to properly evaluate preferences, conduct a two-step bid process, determine fair pricing, establish evaluation criteria, and set up a scoring system. It emphasizes ensuring requirements are realistic and evaluation criteria is objective. The document also discusses how to verify a bidder's ability to perform as proposed, such as through references, bonds, or warrantees. Pricing must be evaluated separately from other criteria, and preferences properly calculated. Techniques for price analysis are also provided to help determine if pricing is too high.
Democratic socialist republic of Sri Lanka is an island nation in South Asia with a population of 20 million. It has been demarcated into 9 provinces and 25 districts. Sri Lanka has an executive presidency elected for a period of 6 years by universal adult suffrage. Sri Lanka has a 225 member parliament as well directly elected for 6 years by a system of proportional representation. Extensive powers have been devolved to 9 directly elected provincial councils and over 250 municipal councils, urban councils and pradeshiya sabhas. The current per capita income of Sri Lanka is USD 1617 and over the last 5 year period the economic growth had been around 5%. Sri Lanka will continue in general to pursue open economic policies, and its attitude towards foreign investment will remain positive and more, for several reasons, including those of environmental concerns. In 2007, the Sri Lankan economy recorded a growth above 6 percent for the third consecutive year for the first time since 1948. The need to improve on quality and productivity of Municipal Engineering management for sustainable development and decision making by improvement of future skills in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka is a republic and a unitary state which is governed by a semi-presidential system with its official seat of government in Sri Jayawardenapura - Kotte, the capital.
The country is famous for the production and export of tea, coffee, coconuts, rubber and cinnamon, the last of which is native to the country.
The natural beauty of Sri Lanka has led to the title The Pearl of the Indian Ocean. The island is laden with lush tropical forests, white beaches and diverse landscapes with rich biodiversity.
Sri Lanka's rich culture can be attributed to the many different communities on the island
Sri Lanka is a founding member state of SAARC and a member United Nations, Commonwealth of Nations, G77 and Non-Aligned Movement. As of 2010, Sri Lanka was one of the fastest growing economies of the world. Its stock exchange was Asia's best performing stock market during 2009 and 2010
2nd Generation Construction procurement Reform -Published at IPPC 2012 at Se...Veluppillai Mohan
This objective of this paper is, to identify the 2nd Generation Construction procurement Reform from the procurement global construction survey and to attend to the views of the buyers (owners) of construction services and look at their take on the current state of the industry, their levels of satisfaction and importantly, some of the key issues facing future project planning and the appointment of contractors. Survey carried out research which sought to identify those issues which keep the CEOs of major contracting companies to say, the business risks facing contractors and the management of construction projects. The research survey carried out by owners, chief executives and senior executives of major leading global companies to explore three main areas: 1.Current business trends, 2.Managing the building process and 3.The future.
Public Procurement Reform and Modernization in Sri LANKAVeluppillai Mohan
This document discusses public procurement reform and modernization in Sri Lanka after the 2004 tsunami. It provides background on the disaster's impact and the government's remedial actions, including establishing employment initiatives to rebuild infrastructure using labor-intensive techniques. It also reviews concepts of public procurement, sustainable development, and integrating social and environmental considerations into each stage of the procurement cycle.
Coastal Policy, Legislation, Targets and the future in Sri Lanka.Coastel mana...Veluppillai Mohan
Sri Lanka, which is Formerly known as "Ceylon", is in the Indian Ocean separated from the southeastern coast of peninsular India by the Palk Strait and is an island with coastline areas, which are generally low-lying, and landscapes exhibit considerable variety characterized by bays, lagoons, headlands, coastal marshes, peninsulas, spits, bars, and islets and dunes, of 1,585 kilometers and a land area of 64,000 square kilometers (probably more than 2,000 km if the coastlines of lagoons, bays, and inlets are added), situated between the latitudes of 5°55' and 9°51' North and the longitudes of 79°41' and 81°54' East within the tropic of Cancer lying off the southern tip of India. It encompasses a variety of tropical habitats including wetlands (about 120,000 ha); lagoons and estuaries (45 estuaries and 40 lagoons totaling about 42,000 ha); mangroves, salt marshes and sea grass beds (the total extent of mangrove coverage is between 6,000 and 10,000 ha); coral reefs (about 50 linear km of major reefs); and coastal sand dunes, barrier beaches, and spits (sand dunes occur along about 312 km of the coastline).
This document discusses different methods of soil stabilization, including mechanical and chemical stabilization. It provides details on two primary stabilization methods - mechanical and chemical/additive. The document also lists the advantages of soil stabilization and describes the basic ingredients and process for cement stabilization of soils for pavement construction. It gives an overview of a project rehabilitating roads in Trincomalee District, Sri Lanka after the 2004 tsunami, including photos showing the road construction and stabilization process.
The document discusses procurement reform and modernization efforts. It defines key concepts like procurement reform, modernization, and capacity development. Procurement reform often has a political dimension and aims to improve frameworks, integrity, and use of technology. Modernization refers to continuous improvements based on other countries' experiences. Capacity development builds the abilities of individuals, organizations, and societies to effectively manage their own affairs. The document outlines principles of procurement reform like professionalism, use of e-procurement, and performance management to increase value for money and service delivery.
Cement stabilization can be used to improve soils for use as pavement bases or sub-bases. Portland cement is mixed with soils or aggregates to increase their strength, density, and durability. This process immobilizes contaminants and reduces permeability. Cement stabilization allows marginal soils and waste materials to meet engineering standards, providing an economic solution while utilizing industrial byproducts. Laboratory testing is required to determine appropriate cement contents and ensure the stabilized materials meet strength requirements.
This document provides background information on road infrastructure in Sri Lanka and the role of the Road Development Authority (RDA). It specifically discusses a conflict-affected area rehabilitation project (CAARP) funded by the Asian Development Bank to rehabilitate 240km of national highways. The project faced risks and delays resulting in cost overruns. The objectives of this study are to identify and analyze risks in the CAARP project's procurement process and make recommendations to better manage such risks in future road projects implemented by RDA, in order to ensure quality construction is completed on time and on budget.
This document provides an overview of a research study on managing risks in public procurement of road construction projects in Sri Lanka by the Road Development Authority (RDA). It discusses the importance of roads to Sri Lanka's economy and transport sector. It also outlines challenges like deterioration of roads and lack of maintenance. The study aims to identify risks involved in an Asian Development Bank funded road project in conflict-affected areas and recommend techniques to eliminate or manage those risks. The objectives are to achieve sustainable road development and improve access and transport efficiency while promoting environmental protection and employment. The literature review discusses definitions of risk management terms and processes. It emphasizes the need to properly evaluate risks, decide how to address them, and implement appropriate risk transfer mechanisms in public contracts
The document provides background information on road infrastructure in Sri Lanka and the role of the Road Development Authority (RDA). It notes that over 70% of traffic is carried by national roads, but many are in poor condition. The RDA is tasked with maintaining and developing the national highway network. One of RDA's ongoing projects is the Conflict-Affected Area Rehabilitation Project (CAARP) funded by the Asian Development Bank, which aims to rehabilitate 240km of national highways. However, the project has faced delays, cost overruns, and claims issues. The objective of this study is to identify risks that could prevent the CAARP project from achieving its goals and to recommend techniques for managing those risks to ensure the
This document provides an overview of Sri Lanka's national procurement system as reported by Crown Agents. Key points include:
- Sri Lanka established the National Procurement Agency in 2004 to oversee procurement reforms but it has since lost independence and become an administrative body under the Ministry of Finance.
- Procurement is guided by Guidelines rather than laws, and changes are issued through supplements making the rules difficult to follow.
- Procurement responsibilities are decentralized to line ministries and provincial councils. Committees appointed by the Ministry oversee higher value bids.
- The role and capacity of oversight bodies like the NPA and ICTAD have been reduced due to lack of funding.
- A World Bank report has assessed
This document provides details about the professional experience and training of Mr. V. Mohan (M-3350) as an engineer in Sri Lanka. It discusses his:
1) Graduation from the University of Peradeniya in 1987 and initial work as an instructor until joining the Road Development Authority (RDA) in 1988.
2) Work with RDA on constructing a new 5-span bridge over 21 months near Kumbukkana, including embankment filling, pier and deck construction.
3) 5 month assignment with RDA's training division demonstrating construction techniques at another bridge site, involving approaches and surface works.
Name of the Project: Conflict-Affected Area Rehabilitation Project (CAARP)
Scope of Work: Rehabilitation of 240km of national highways in North-East Province.
Objectives: Achieve sustainable maintenance and construction of economically justifiable roads to improve access and reduce transport costs, promote more sustainable road funding, adopt environmentally sustainable practices, and generate rural employment.
VNohan was registered as an International Professional Engineer on February 5, 2010. The registration number is IntPE-065. The registration was signed by the President and Chairman of the Registration Board of IESL and the Executive Secretary.
Veluppillai Mohan attended the International Public Procurement Conference from August 17-19, 2012 where he presented a paper and chaired a panel. The letter includes a certificate of completion recognizing that Mohan presented on "2ND GENERATION CONSTRUCTION PROCUREMENT REFORM" and received 18.5 contact hours for his participation in the conference.
The document provides background information on road infrastructure in Sri Lanka and the role of the Road Development Authority (RDA). It notes that over 70% of traffic is carried by national roads, but many are in poor condition due to neglect and lack of maintenance. The RDA is tasked with developing and maintaining the national highway network. One of RDA's ongoing projects, funded by the Asian Development Bank, is the Conflict Affected Area Rehabilitation Project (CAARP) to rehabilitate 240km of highways. However, the project has faced delays, cost overruns and claims, prompting this study to identify and recommend techniques for managing risks in road construction procurement to help ensure projects meet objectives on time and on budget.
This document summarizes coastal management issues in Sri Lanka. It discusses Sri Lanka's coastal policy framework and legislation. Some key issues facing Sri Lanka's coasts are coastal erosion, loss and degradation of coastal habitats like mangroves and coral reefs, and coastal pollution. Coastal erosion is a severe problem, with an estimated 175,000-285,000 square meters of coastal land lost each year. Major causes include natural processes and human activities like sand and coral mining. Rapid development has also degraded coastal ecosystems and archaeological sites.
1) The document discusses public procurement reform and modernization in Sri Lanka after the 2004 Tsunami, with a focus on implementing environmental and social considerations through sustainable procurement.
2) It provides background on the damage from the Tsunami, including over 35,000 deaths and 500,000 people displaced. The government's recovery plan focused on rebuilding infrastructure, housing, tourism and fisheries.
3) The use of sustainable procurement is discussed as a way to maximize local employment and resources in reconstruction projects while meeting environmental and social goals, in order to aid economic recovery after the disaster. Metrics and guidelines for the government's sustainable procurement framework are outlined.
Coastal Policy, Legislation, Targets and the future in Sri Lanka.Coastel mana...Veluppillai Mohan
Sri Lanka, which is Formerly known as "Ceylon", is in the Indian Ocean separated from the southeastern coast of peninsular India by the Palk Strait and is an island with coastline areas, which are generally low-lying, and landscapes exhibit considerable variety characterized by bays, lagoons, headlands, coastal marshes, peninsulas, spits, bars, and islets and dunes, of 1,585 kilometers and a land area of 64,000 square kilometers (probably more than 2,000 km if the coastlines of lagoons, bays, and inlets are added), situated between the latitudes of 5°55' and 9°51' North and the longitudes of 79°41' and 81°54' East within the tropic of Cancer lying off the southern tip of India. It encompasses a variety of tropical habitats including wetlands (about 120,000 ha); lagoons and estuaries (45 estuaries and 40 lagoons totaling about 42,000 ha); mangroves, salt marshes and sea grass beds (the total extent of mangrove coverage is between 6,000 and 10,000 ha); coral reefs (about 50 linear km of major reefs); and coastal sand dunes, barrier beaches, and spits (sand dunes occur along about 312 km of the coastline).
This document discusses different methods of soil stabilization, including mechanical and chemical stabilization. It provides details on two primary stabilization methods - mechanical and chemical/additive. The document also lists the advantages of soil stabilization and describes the basic ingredients and process for cement stabilization of soils for pavement construction. It gives an overview of a project rehabilitating roads in Trincomalee District, Sri Lanka after the 2004 tsunami, including photos showing the road construction and stabilization process.
The document discusses procurement reform and modernization efforts. It defines key concepts like procurement reform, modernization, and capacity development. Procurement reform often has a political dimension and aims to improve frameworks, integrity, and use of technology. Modernization refers to continuous improvements based on other countries' experiences. Capacity development builds the abilities of individuals, organizations, and societies to effectively manage their own affairs. The document outlines principles of procurement reform like professionalism, use of e-procurement, and performance management to increase value for money and service delivery.
Cement stabilization can be used to improve soils for use as pavement bases or sub-bases. Portland cement is mixed with soils or aggregates to increase their strength, density, and durability. This process immobilizes contaminants and reduces permeability. Cement stabilization allows marginal soils and waste materials to meet engineering standards, providing an economic solution while utilizing industrial byproducts. Laboratory testing is required to determine appropriate cement contents and ensure the stabilized materials meet strength requirements.
This document provides background information on road infrastructure in Sri Lanka and the role of the Road Development Authority (RDA). It specifically discusses a conflict-affected area rehabilitation project (CAARP) funded by the Asian Development Bank to rehabilitate 240km of national highways. The project faced risks and delays resulting in cost overruns. The objectives of this study are to identify and analyze risks in the CAARP project's procurement process and make recommendations to better manage such risks in future road projects implemented by RDA, in order to ensure quality construction is completed on time and on budget.
This document provides an overview of a research study on managing risks in public procurement of road construction projects in Sri Lanka by the Road Development Authority (RDA). It discusses the importance of roads to Sri Lanka's economy and transport sector. It also outlines challenges like deterioration of roads and lack of maintenance. The study aims to identify risks involved in an Asian Development Bank funded road project in conflict-affected areas and recommend techniques to eliminate or manage those risks. The objectives are to achieve sustainable road development and improve access and transport efficiency while promoting environmental protection and employment. The literature review discusses definitions of risk management terms and processes. It emphasizes the need to properly evaluate risks, decide how to address them, and implement appropriate risk transfer mechanisms in public contracts
The document provides background information on road infrastructure in Sri Lanka and the role of the Road Development Authority (RDA). It notes that over 70% of traffic is carried by national roads, but many are in poor condition. The RDA is tasked with maintaining and developing the national highway network. One of RDA's ongoing projects is the Conflict-Affected Area Rehabilitation Project (CAARP) funded by the Asian Development Bank, which aims to rehabilitate 240km of national highways. However, the project has faced delays, cost overruns, and claims issues. The objective of this study is to identify risks that could prevent the CAARP project from achieving its goals and to recommend techniques for managing those risks to ensure the
This document provides an overview of Sri Lanka's national procurement system as reported by Crown Agents. Key points include:
- Sri Lanka established the National Procurement Agency in 2004 to oversee procurement reforms but it has since lost independence and become an administrative body under the Ministry of Finance.
- Procurement is guided by Guidelines rather than laws, and changes are issued through supplements making the rules difficult to follow.
- Procurement responsibilities are decentralized to line ministries and provincial councils. Committees appointed by the Ministry oversee higher value bids.
- The role and capacity of oversight bodies like the NPA and ICTAD have been reduced due to lack of funding.
- A World Bank report has assessed
This document provides details about the professional experience and training of Mr. V. Mohan (M-3350) as an engineer in Sri Lanka. It discusses his:
1) Graduation from the University of Peradeniya in 1987 and initial work as an instructor until joining the Road Development Authority (RDA) in 1988.
2) Work with RDA on constructing a new 5-span bridge over 21 months near Kumbukkana, including embankment filling, pier and deck construction.
3) 5 month assignment with RDA's training division demonstrating construction techniques at another bridge site, involving approaches and surface works.
Name of the Project: Conflict-Affected Area Rehabilitation Project (CAARP)
Scope of Work: Rehabilitation of 240km of national highways in North-East Province.
Objectives: Achieve sustainable maintenance and construction of economically justifiable roads to improve access and reduce transport costs, promote more sustainable road funding, adopt environmentally sustainable practices, and generate rural employment.
VNohan was registered as an International Professional Engineer on February 5, 2010. The registration number is IntPE-065. The registration was signed by the President and Chairman of the Registration Board of IESL and the Executive Secretary.
Veluppillai Mohan attended the International Public Procurement Conference from August 17-19, 2012 where he presented a paper and chaired a panel. The letter includes a certificate of completion recognizing that Mohan presented on "2ND GENERATION CONSTRUCTION PROCUREMENT REFORM" and received 18.5 contact hours for his participation in the conference.
The document provides background information on road infrastructure in Sri Lanka and the role of the Road Development Authority (RDA). It notes that over 70% of traffic is carried by national roads, but many are in poor condition due to neglect and lack of maintenance. The RDA is tasked with developing and maintaining the national highway network. One of RDA's ongoing projects, funded by the Asian Development Bank, is the Conflict Affected Area Rehabilitation Project (CAARP) to rehabilitate 240km of highways. However, the project has faced delays, cost overruns and claims, prompting this study to identify and recommend techniques for managing risks in road construction procurement to help ensure projects meet objectives on time and on budget.
This document summarizes coastal management issues in Sri Lanka. It discusses Sri Lanka's coastal policy framework and legislation. Some key issues facing Sri Lanka's coasts are coastal erosion, loss and degradation of coastal habitats like mangroves and coral reefs, and coastal pollution. Coastal erosion is a severe problem, with an estimated 175,000-285,000 square meters of coastal land lost each year. Major causes include natural processes and human activities like sand and coral mining. Rapid development has also degraded coastal ecosystems and archaeological sites.
1) The document discusses public procurement reform and modernization in Sri Lanka after the 2004 Tsunami, with a focus on implementing environmental and social considerations through sustainable procurement.
2) It provides background on the damage from the Tsunami, including over 35,000 deaths and 500,000 people displaced. The government's recovery plan focused on rebuilding infrastructure, housing, tourism and fisheries.
3) The use of sustainable procurement is discussed as a way to maximize local employment and resources in reconstruction projects while meeting environmental and social goals, in order to aid economic recovery after the disaster. Metrics and guidelines for the government's sustainable procurement framework are outlined.