Carly Gasparini (MPS Class of 2012), has published an interesting article in the March 2012 issue of Canadian Government Executive. The article, entitled "Fitting P3s into Public Procurement", discusses the added layer of complexity that partnering with the private sector adds to the process of public procurement.
Proponents of P3s argue they effectively bring together the strengths of both sectors and provide much needed capital to finance government projects and services. This creates opportunities to complete projects that would not otherwise be affordable and at the same time transfers certain risks to the private sector.
Well done, Carly!