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Designing a Comprehensive State-Level Privatization Program
This manual addresses privatization opportunities at the state level and offers suggestions for identifying opportunities, employing techniques, and minimizing opposition. 20 pages. more
Designing Comprehensive Privatization Programs for Cities
This guide explains how privatization programs can help cities cut costs. Topics include identifying appropriate privatization opportunities, developing programs, and overcoming obstacles. 20 pages. more
Designing an Effective Bidding and Monitoring System to Minimize Problems in Competitive Contracting
Problems can be avoided in the privatization process if the proper guidelines are followed-the use of performance bonds, the elements of a competitive bid process, the rules for comprehensive monitoring, and judging contractor effectiveness. 12 pages. more
How to Compare Costs Between In-House Contracted Services
Public officials need accurate cost comparisons of in-house vs. outsourcing to make informed decisions. This guide presents a step-by-step approach for assessing the true cost of providing services. 18 pages. more
Competitive Contracting of Transit Services
This manual provides answers to the costly woes of transportation. When transit bus service, for instance, is competitively contracted out to private firms, savings range from 30 percent to 60 percent with no reduction in safety or service quality. 20 pages. more
Privatization Opportunities for States
State leaders need ways to streamline government and reduce budgets. This guide will give information on privatization in corrections, education, state parks, health, social services, agriculture, and transportation. 28 pages. more
Costs Savings from Privatization
A Compilation of Study Findings
This compilation of findings provides a substantial body of research that has documented significant savings from privatization. Citing 100+ studies, this report demonstrates real cost savings from the privatization of dozens of government services. 20 pages. more
Set of 7 Privatization Guides
Over 130 pages of helpful information!
These seven privatization manuals were produced and have been made available to Michigan officials by the Mackinac Center in cooperation with the California-based Reason Foundation. more
