Constraints for Successful Implementation of Public Private Partnership (PPP) for Tourism Infrastructure Projects.

Abstract

The article argues that government can and should adopt a Public Private Partnership (PPP) model in implementing infrastructure projects in the tourism sector. Through proper development of tourist products and its promotion, a PPP model can be successfully implemented in tourism infrastructure projects. This however requires the knowledge and skills of the labour force in the public sector in partnering with the private sector so that success may be attained. Ensuring practicable, long‐term economic operations, and providing needed socio‐economic benefits for all stakeholders that are equitably distributed, together with steady employment and income‐earning opportunities are critical. Equally vital is the provision of social services to local communities, and efforts to reduce poverty. Government should thus strive to make it easier for the private sector as a partner, to participate in the PPP transactions. There are however several challenges in the implementation of PPP model for public infrastructure projects. The purpose of this research paper was to identify the PPP constraints for public infrastructure projects. The researcher adopted qualitative methods and secondary data analysis of the literature was also conducted and emerging themes were identified. The research identified several constraints including the following: planning, skilled labour force, participation of all parties during the initial stages of the project to enhance decision-making and risk allocation, and practical PPP policies. The private sector’s role as a partner in creating and maintaining sustainable tourism projects should not be underestimated.

Keywords

• Tourism
• Public infrastructure projects
• Public Private Partnership
• Constraints
• models