Baseline data collection is a priority. At appraisal and during implementation, greater attention should have been given to the design and monitoring framework, especially in establishing measurable indicators and their baseline values, and target values with a realistic time frame to achieve these goals. Higher priority should have been given to ensure that baseline data were collected prior to project implementation, and updated during project implementation and at completion. The absence of baseline data has made this independent evaluation of the project difficult. ADB should closely monitor the CPAR, especially the development of vehicle parking facilities by the private sector and the periodic adjustment of tolls to cope with the increased costs of toll road operations and maintenance. The government should carefully consider lessons from the implementation of this pilot public–private partnership to ensure that future projects are not only attractive to the private sector, but beneficial to users as well.
Road Maintenance and Improvement Project