Within PEP the
to provide and continually update information.
techniques used on the Channel Tunnel project will then be used to
disseminate information to UK industry. Given the resource required
for a major initiative the consultant employed will work closely with
the Branch in pursuit of its aims on PADS and will assist in devising
the appropriate strategy for the Branch to adopt in response to
various phases and sectors of the project.
The strategy will of
necessity need to be flexible to meet changing circumstances and
project progress.
It is proposed to enter into a framework agreement enabling the
Department to call upon the consultant's knowledge and experience for
a set number of days as an appropriate means of retaining
flexibility.
MONITORING
The consultant's effectiveness in meeting objectives will be kept
under constant review. The numbers of companies responding to the
opportunities will also be monitored and the effectiveness of the
exercise quantified.
BACKGROUND
The PADS project is estimated to cost US $16.3 billion in total. It
comprises a new state of the art airport, a five fold expansion of
Hong Kong's container port, extensive transport links to connect the
new port and airport with urban and industrial areas and a new town