Managing Tenders, Specifications, and Contracts

Details

This advanced training course covers the essential aspects of managing tenders, developing clear specifications, and effectively handling contracts. Participants will learn about the tendering process, creating and evaluating specifications, contract negotiation, administration, and management. The course aims to enhance participants' abilities to manage procurement processes and contractual agreements efficiently.

Target Group

Target Group:

• Procurement managers and officers.
• Contract managers and administrators.
• Project managers and team leaders involved in procurement.
• Legal advisors and consultants specializing in contract law.
• Professionals involved in tendering and contracting processes.
• Students and recent graduates in business management, law, or related fields.

Goals

• Understand the entire tendering process from preparation to award.
• Develop clear and precise specifications for tenders.
• Learn effective techniques for evaluating and selecting tenders.
• Master contract negotiation, administration, and management.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Mitigate risks and handle disputes in tendering and contracting.

Target Competencies

Target Competencies

• Tender management and evaluation
• Specification development
• Contract negotiation and administration
• Legal and regulatory compliance
• Risk management and dispute resolution

Outlines

Introduction to Tendering

• Overview of the tendering process
• Types of tenders (open, selective, negotiated)
• Key principles of effective tender management
• Preparing and issuing tender documents
• Case studies on successful tender management

Developing Specifications

• Importance of clear and accurate specifications
• Techniques for writing effective specifications
• Different types of specifications (performance, technical, functional)
• Ensuring specifications meet project requirements
• Common pitfalls and how to avoid them