Why Attend
The overall aim of this course is to provide participants with the knowledge, concepts, skills, and tools necessary to manage and administer contracts post-award. Participants in this interactive course will learn all the processes and activities required to implement contractual obligations. The course will also cover contract administration best practices.
Course Methodology
This course relies on the use of individual and group exercises aimed at helping participants learn all the tools and techniques used during contract implementation. The course also features the use of a number of case studies and role-plays by participants followed by discussions. In addition, this course incorporates pre-and post-testing.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Outline the major activities and steps of contract administration
- Identify administration tools that are used during the implementation as well as the role of the contract administrator
- Create a system to evaluate contractors and determine their strengths and weaknesses and demonstrate the importance of partnership in contract administration
- Explain the different types of variation orders, claims, and damages
- Prepare for negotiating contract variations and claims in order to reach a satisfactory settlement
Target Audience
All those involved in any aspect of implementing, managing or administering contracts in the post-award phase of the contracting process and who want to learn about the best practices in contract administration.
Target Competencies
- Contract administration
- Change management
- Managing contractors
- Managing claims and disputes
- Resolving disputes
- Partnership with contractors
Location:
South AfricaTraining Dates:
Each course starts every Monday of each week. Please book your training on a date that is a Monday.Course Duration:
Unit Standard:
NQF Level:
Number of Credits:
Course Fees
Note: Please fill in the online application form on the left or bottom if this page to receive a quotation with detailed pricing from AATICD.How to Apply:
To Apply Simply Fill in the Online Enquiries / Applications form on the Right Sidebar or Bottom of this website https://www.aaticd.co.zaNB: Terms and Conditions for Payment and Refunds
1.1. Full payment for the training workshop must be made at least 5 days before the scheduled workshop date.
1.2. Payment can be made via bank transfer, credit card, or any other agreed-upon method.
1.3. A confirmation of payment will be issued upon receipt of funds.
1.4. Any form of Payment means that trainee / delegate / client receiving the training accepts the training and agrees to these terms and conditions.
2. Cancellation and Refund Policy
2.1. Cancellations made 30 days or more before the workshop date will be eligible for a full refund, minus any administrative fees.
2.2. Cancellations made 15 to 29 days before the workshop date will be eligible for a 50% refund of the total payment.
2.3. Cancellations made less than 14 days before the workshop date will not be eligible for a refund.
2.4. Participants who fail to attend the workshop without prior notice will not be eligible for a refund.
3. Rescheduling
3.1. If a participant wishes to reschedule, a request must be submitted at least 14 days in advance, subject to availability.
3.2. A rescheduling fee may apply.
4. Workshop Cancellation by the Organizer
4.1. AATICD reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the workshop due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to low enrolment, trainer unavailability, or force majeure events.
4.2. In the event of cancellation by AATICD, participants will be offered a full refund or the option to attend a rescheduled session.
4.3. AATICD is not responsible for any additional costs incurred by participants, such as travel or accommodation expenses.
5. Refund Processing
5.1. Approved refunds will be processed within 7 business days from the date of cancellation approval.
5.2. Refunds will be issued using the original payment method unless otherwise agreed.
6. Contact Information
For any questions regarding payments and refunds, please contact us at:
Email:
Phone: +27 73 016 5042
By registering for the workshop, participants agree to abide by these terms and conditions.
In-House Trainings are also available for 3 or more delegates for any duration. Please consult with our Administration for such In-House training bookings.
Course Outline
- Principles of contracts
- Elements of a contract
- Contract framework
- Purposes of contract administration
- Difficulties encountered in contract administration
- Contract administration major steps
- Competencies of contract administrators
- Contract administration tools
- Key principles
- Knowing your contract
- Contract provisions affecting the implementation
- Tools and techniques for contract administration
- Dissection technique
- Records management system
- Change control system
- Claims administration
- Issues and risks logs
- Risk management plans
- Roles and responsibilities
- Performance reporting
- Developing schedule plans
- Lessons learned
- International contracting
- Contractor evaluation
- Questionnaire and surveys
- Contractor’s ratings
- Key performance indicators
- Targets and benchmarks
- Service level agreement (SLA)
- Managing subcontractors
- Partnership with contractors
- Changes, claims and disputes
- Changes and variation orders
- Change process
- Breach of contract
- Money damages
- Equitable remedies
- Claims and disputes
- Alternative dispute resolution
- Mediation
- Arbitration
- Contract closeout
- Negotiation
- Negotiation preparation
- Negotiation objectives
- Negotiation guidelines