Public-Private Partnerships for Infrastructure: Reducing Costs and Accelerating Projects

The Role of Non-Federal Sponsors

• 🤝 Non-federal sponsors are integral to executing civil works projects by identifying water resource challenges.
• 📝 They enter into formal Project Partnership Agreements with the core, outlining cost-sharing and federal requirements.
• 💰 These sponsors, funded by public entities, share the responsibility to taxpayers alongside the federal government.

Improving Budgeting and Communication

• 🗣️ Enhanced communication is crucial across all government stages, from policy proposals to project execution.
• 📞 Consistent touchpoints are needed to discuss what is working, what is not, and what is feasible.
• ⚠️ Concerns were raised regarding the Department of War's memo on engagement with congressional staff during the WRA process.

Addressing Port Infrastructure Challenges

• 🚢 A lack of operations and maintenance dredging work has impacted navigability in ports, as seen in Georgia.
• ⚓ A deep-draft navigation project can enable handling of larger ships, which is beneficial for the nation's economy and national security.

Benefits of Public-Private Partnerships (P3s)

• 🚀 P3s can significantly expand the Corps' capacity compared to traditional delivery models.
• 🎯 P3s are not a universal solution but can be the best option to accelerate project delivery and get projects online quicker.
• 💰 They leverage private resources to accelerate project schedules, which are often delayed.