Private sector participation in utility operation has been mutually beneficial for government, private sector, and consumers benefitting from reliable service at competitive prices.With adequate implementation arrangements, projects can strengthen interagency coordination and cooperation, as this project has done.Additional potential synergies among components and associated benefits should be planned during project preparation to enhance project outcome. Projects with wastewater treatment plant components should be careful using health or water quality indicators, as many other factors influence these indicators outside the control and contribution of the project.The project demonstrated how well-scheduled feasibility design, detailed design, and the use of advance contracting can accelerate project implementation.
Anhui Hefei Urban Environment Improvement Project