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EXAMPLE 6 Experience with IP costs In the experience of TI chapters implementing IPs, the costs of implementation range from uS $50,000 to uS $200,000. A meaningful average figure cannot be established, as cases are different in magnitude and complexity and therefore not always comparable.
Regardless of funding method, attention should always be given to protecting the independence of the monitor, so his credibility and efficacy are never affected. There are different ways to finance IP implementation: » The authorities’ own resources. In this case, potential conflicts of interest need to be addressed and if the process is funded not through the public budget but from other resources, the source of the funds must be disclosed. » Contributions from donors and project financiers. This may enable government agencies and NGOs to acquire the necessary capacity to implement IPs and may promote and facilitate the dissemination of lessons learnt. » Through fees paid by the bidders. under this scheme all bidders contribute the same amount (a fixed figure, normally reflecting a certain percentage of the estimated contract value) as the cost of participating in the tender. It is important that all bidders contribute and that the amount be the same for each in order not to create inequalities. The IP and monitoring costs during the contract execution period can be paid in part or fully by the winning bidder. It is possible to combine some or all of these sources. A combination could help to reduce risks and concerns related to possible conflicts of interest.
Water Integrity Network & Transparency International 2010
Regardless of the funding method, the independence of the monitor should be protected so his credibility and efficacy are never affected.