Table of Contents

Table of Figures 2
Executive summary 3
Introduction 4
Purpose of Report 4
The case in context 4
Case Evaluation 5
Problems Identified and Causes 6
Recommendations 7
Recommended approach 7
Selection Criteria 9
Recommended steps 14
The project evaluation process 14
The project evaluation report 17
Final Conclusion 18
Bibliography 19

Table of Figures

Figure 1: Project Evaluation Process (Gray, 2011) 9
Figure 2: Typical cost evaluation and approval cycle 11
Figure 3: Sample selection questions used in practice (Project Management The Managerical Process 5th Edition) 12
Figure 4: Weighted Criteria Table 13
Figure 5: Project Screening Matrix 14

Executive summary

Polk County is a struggling county, with a number challenges, including infrastructure challenges mostly dating back five years and more. The budget is a major contributing factor that has resulted in the deterioration of infrastructure. However, the lack of adequate leadership, an effective operational and structural strategy has not helped alleviate the current deteriorating circumstances of the county.

A new state senator has recently been appointed, with a very clear strategic objective of economic development. However, the lack of site inspections of structures and inadequate maintenance of infrastructures has opened the door for possible legal exposure should a disaster occur.

JR has identified three key projects required to improve current road conditions in the county. JR is working with a summer intern, Zachary. It is highly unlikely that Zachary has the know-how and experience to the extent where an adequate selection framework can be developed, if one does not exist.
Further to this, Zachary’s inexperience could be problematic if the time is not taken to fully understand the evaluation process and that any emotional connection