[Fidic Procurement Procedures Guide 1st Ed 2011
Iberio Ralda
Building infrastructure remains a key priority in the region. The global sustainability agenda is impacting contracting and procurement and multilateral development banks have introduced rated criteria in procurement to enable sustainable procurement as well as enhance value for money. Increasingly, there is a demand that project design is aligned with the Paris Agreement requirements. The pipeline of projects is being driven by the urgent demand for climate-resilient infrastructure, with the cities facing challenges from rising water levels, increasing temperatures, increasing population putting pressure on infrastructure such as road, housing, sanitation and the availability of sufficient clean drinking water. These increased and varied challenges are opening up new opportunities for engineers, contractors and other project participants. It also highlights the need for innovative and technology-based approaches and solutions.
This session will look at the future of contracting to build sustainable projects, achieve net zero and deliver projects on time and on budget in ever-changing environment.
This discussion table will examine the legal environment in various parts of the region and discuss how FIDIC contracts are applied. It will also look at the contractual concepts, such as variations, increase of contract price, claims procedures and their operation in various legal environments.
In this discussion table, participants will have the opportunity to be introduced to the members of the FIDIC Contracts Committee and be able to ask them questions on the operation of FIDIC contracts, their work in the committee and plans for new and updated contracts.
Advancing Infrastructure and Transport in Asia Pacific: Projects, Challenges, and Innovations - The second day will host two extended panel sessions, each lasting 75 minutes, offering deeper insights into key infrastructure projects and dispute avoidance trends in the region. The first session of the day will spotlight significant projects, discussing their developmental impacts and challenges. Experts from projects will share their experiences and strategies, providing a rich learning platform for attendees.
This session will showcase the impactful application of FIDIC contracts in various public and private projects across the Asia Pacific region. Highlighting key projects in infrastructure, such as road construction, bridges, and metro lines, the session will provide an in-depth look at how FIDIC contracts facilitate major developmental works.
This table will look at the use of FIDIC contracts in the region with particular emphasis on FIDIC Golden Principles and how amendments might impact contract risk allocation and the roles and responsibilities of the parties.
The Guidelines are the reference document for the procurement of AFD-financed contracts. Their objective is to highlight the principles, requirements, and rules of procedures AFD requires in the framework of contracts procured under its financing in foreign countries. This document applies in addition to the laws and regulations applicable to the authority procuring the contract. These guidelines help ensure the best use of funds granted by AFD, on the basis of international good practices.
The version of the Guidelines currently in force is that dated February 2024. Previous versions of the Guidelines may apply to the use of AFD funds granted in the past, according to the corresponding financing agreements. Those previous versions are also available on this website.
A Statement of integrity, eligibility and environmental and social responsibility is appended to the Procurement Guidelines for inclusion in all procurement documents and contracts financed by AFD. It sets out all the eligibility and exclusion criteria as well as AFD's requirements applicable to bidders and signatories of AFD-financed contracts.