International Standardization Initiatives

Explore key international initiatives and resources designed to standardized PPP contractual provisions, procurement processes, and legal frameworks. The initiatives aim to facilitate transparency, reduce transaction costs, and enhance project bankability. 

PPP Contractual Provisions

Guidance on PPP Contractual Provisions (2019)

Guidelines for PPP Laws and Concession Laws

Some international development organizations have also developed guidelines for PPP laws and concession laws that contain details with regard to the content of the contractual arrangements. For more information visit PPP Laws/Concession Laws.

Standard Bidding Document (SPD) for Works and Operation Services

This Standard Procurement Document (SPD) has been prepared by the World Bank for Initial Selection of Applicants for the Request for Proposals (RFP) for procurement of Works & Operation Service (Design, Build and Operations for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants. This SPD is applicable to the procurement of Works &  Operation Service (Design, Build and Operate) for water and wastewater treatment plants with IBRD or IDA financing whose Legal Agreement makes reference to the Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers.

Find the documents for Design, Build and Operation (DBO) of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants here World Bank Sample Bidding Documents for Design, Build and Operation for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants

Standardized Documentation for the Public Procurement of Goods and Services

Many international finance institutions including the World Bank have standardized documentation for the public procurement of goods and services. For details visit Procurement Processes and Bidding Documents.

Guidance on PPP Contractual Provisions

Guidance on PPP Contractual Provisions presents guidance on contractual provisions that can be found in virtually every PPP contract, taking into account feedback received during internal and external consultations with relevant public and private stakeholders.