Regional Logistics Development Project

It is important to minimize if not completely prevent the need for design changes that could exacerbate implementation challenges. The project as delivered differs significantly from that expected at appraisal. A memorandum of understanding following the April 2013 loan review mission had made extensive and critical comments on the conceptual and detailed design of the project. The resulting design changes exacerbated the implementation challenges posed by the initial lack of familiarity with ADB procedures in the implementing and executing agencies (EA/IA) and poor performance of the construction supervision consultant and contractor.