National Road Fund invests in Staff Development in the USA

Tracy Kromah, the Procurement Assistant of the National Road Fund of Liberia, is currently attending the International Road Federation's seminar on performance-based contracts for preserving road assets from May 6 to 15, 2024, in Alexandria, Virginia, USA.

The seminar brings together experts in various fields related to highway operations and maintenance, road asset management, public procurement, contract management, public-private partnerships (PPPs), and sustainable development. The seminar's focus will be on presenting best practices and case studies in performance-based contracting to preserve road assets.

The seminar's agenda includes a comprehensive five-day program featuring presentations and discussions on performance-based contracts, as well as a two-day program of technical site visits. Participants will have the opportunity to delve into various topics, including the World Bank's Output and Performance-Based Road Contracts (OPBRC) framework, Standard Procurement Documents (SPDs), and maintenance specifications.

This training opportunity being provided aligns with Mrs. Joseta Neufville-Wento, Manager of the NRF, who emphasizes the importance of training and capacity building for all staff.