CAREC Transport Corridor 1 (Bishkek-Torugart Road) Project 1

Although ADB approved advance contracting and retroactive financing, project implementation experienced initial delays mainly in procurement. Commencement of civil works was delayed for about 3 months because of delayed recruitment of the construction supervision consultants. In the future, implementation should be scheduled to ensure timely recruitment of consultants prior to civil works start. Contract duration must take into account unexpected weather conditions which may hinder the planned execution of works.