Performance-based maintenance (PBM). Implementing PBM contracts requires sufficient preparation and time for transition. More attention should be given to PBM readiness and to such important factors as allocating proper budgets, developing institutional frameworks, establishing legislation and procedures, recruiting qualified consultants, mitigating negative effects on road maintenance units, and fostering local private contractors. In both countries, the PBM pilot testing was delayed mainly because of the lack of experience and knowledge of the executing agencies. When introducing new concepts and practices to a country, ADB should provide adequate technical support and consider well the local administrative system and situation and share global best practices, as well as including such activities as organizing a study tour and assisting in systematic implementation of related reforms for the whole sector. [Main text, para. 54]
CAREC Regional Road Corridor Improvement Project