Critical success factors of public private sector partnerships: A case study of the Sydney SuperDome

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to examine perceptions of Build‐Own‐Operate Transfer (BOOT) schemes in order to develop a framework of critical success factors (CSF).

Design/methodology/approach

Success factors are identified from relevant literature and a project specific CSF framework is produced with key issues discussed. Discussion focuses on a case study of a current Australian BOOT project, the Sydney SuperDome.

Findings

The SuperDome is proving to be an example of how both government and private industry is attempting to meet Australia's need for infrastructure in the new millennium. The project had a streamline finance process and project participants had an appetite for risk that exceeded the other tenderers. PPPs are now established as a worldwide means of developing public services with private sector finance and expertise.

Originality/value

The SuperDome model is setting the benchmark for Australian BOOT projects, acting as the framework for future PPPs initiated by the NSW Government.

Citation

Jefferies, M. (2006), "Critical success factors of public private sector partnerships: A case study of the Sydney SuperDome", Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, Vol. 13 No. 5, pp. 451-462. https://doi.org/10.1108/09699980610690738