Introduction

Effective contract and tender management is critical to ensuring transparency, competitiveness, and value for money in infrastructure projects. This course focuses on improving procurement strategies, evaluation techniques, and contract administration processes.

Course Objectives

• Improve tender preparation and evaluation processes.

• Strengthen contract administration practices.

• Enhance transparency and compliance.

• Reduce procurement risks in infrastructure projects.

Target Audience

• Procurement managers.

• Infrastructure project managers.

• Tender committee members.

• Contract administrators.

Course Outline

Day 1: Tendering Frameworks

1. Procurement lifecycle stages
2. Tender documentation preparation
3. Bid submission procedures
4. Legal considerations in tendering

Day 2: Bid Evaluation Techniques

1. Technical evaluation methodologies
2. Financial evaluation criteria
3. Weighted scoring systems
4. Ensuring fairness and transparency

Day 3: Contract Award & Negotiation

1. Contract award procedures
2. Negotiation strategies
3. Risk allocation during award
4. Performance guarantees

Day 4: Contract Administration

1. Monitoring contractor performance
2. Managing variations
3. Payment certifications
4. Compliance audits

Day 5: Practical Workshop

1. Tender case study
2. Evaluation simulation exercise
3. Risk assessment activity
4. Contract administration checklist