The Role Of Government Contract Financing

By Tammie Caldwell


The government comes up with different development proposals that are meant to promote the welfare of citizens as well as enable service delivery. At times numerous projects are taken at once and this makes regular assessment of these projects very difficult. The amounts incurred would also be very high since there are no enough resources to see the projects taken. Thus government contract financing is important in ensuring the projects takes places as planned.

It has been found out that most infrastructural constructions require huge sums of money that most contractors may not have. Taking such bids will mean that the companies are likely to face financial crisis leading to crippling of operations. Smaller companies are more likely to suffer as compared to larger companies that have more sources of funds.

These institutions are part of the treasury which is aimed at availing required funds to any lenders to help in implementing and realization of projects. They have been known to finance major projects that most banks cannot handle due to the large amounts that are involved. Their presence has been a major breakthrough to smaller contacting companies whose finance base is so limited.

People who need the assistance are encouraged to visit these institutions and table their requirements. It is required they carry with them any documents that are asked for that will be used in evaluating their capacity to be given the sums they want. This procedure is carried out carefully to ensure only legitimate borrowers get to benefit.

The decisions made are based on the cash flow records that the companies provide to the banks. This is done to ensure the correct amount is issued out and the borrower is likely to meet the conditions given. Their budget estimates are also considered so that they are not given less money that will run out before the projects are completed.

The lenders issue the agreed amounts to the contractors on some conditions on which the payments will be remitted. Usually, the government delays in releasing the amounts set aside to foresee the taking down of projects that are at hand. The lenders charge an interest of about 10% that will be used to compensate for the risk of lending out. This ensures that all constructions start in time and no halting occur due to shortages of money.

The amount agreed is deposited in the accounts of a contractor within a few days. This ensures that the project implementation starts as planned and the deadline for completion it is met. The funds also enable the contractor to purchase all machines, raw materials and any other things that are needed in performing their duties. This amount is also used to pay for any costs incurred and wages to all workers. This has been very useful in promoting development in the countries where such projects are undertaken.

More agencies should be established and existing ones expanded so that more financiers can be available. The procedures should be shortened so that the time taken is reduced making performance very efficient. This will bring about more developments within a short time.




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