Every year, numerous submissions to the Budget Facility for Infrastructure (BFI) fail to meet the necessary requirements, leading to delays, lost opportunities, and inefficiencies in the project pipeline. To support departments and implementing agencies in improving their submissions, GTAC’s Capital Projects Appraisal Unit has updated and released the report ‘Common Reasons Why Submissions Fail to Meet the BFI Appraisal Requirements’.
The BFI is a critical mechanism for evaluating and funding large-scale infrastructure projects. It ensures that proposed projects are not only technically and financially sound but also aligned with national development priorities. However, the complexity of the process means that many submissions fall short of the required standards.
GTAC’s updated publication “Common Reasons why submission fail to meet BFI appraisal requirements” provides a step-by-step breakdown of the submission process, highlighting best practices and common pitfalls. It includes:
- A checklist to ensure all required documentation is included.
- Guidance on developing strong technical and financial justifications.
- Recommendations for engaging with relevant stakeholders early in the process.
By following the guidance provided, departments and agencies can enhance the quality of their submissions, improving their chances of securing funding and successfully implementing infrastructure projects.
The report is quoted as one of the useful resources in the Budget Facility for Infrastructure (BFI) Circular. This is because the report identifies common pitfalls and cautions sponsors on how to avoid these. Thus, the report contributes to improving the quality of submissions to the BFI.
Don’t let avoidable mistakes derail your infrastructure project. Download GTAC’s guide on BFI submissions and set your proposal up for success here. Or contact the CPAU unit for more information.