Why Attend
The overall aim of this course is to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools required to manage contracts from inception to closure. Participants in this interactive course will learn about the activities conducted in each phase of the life cycle of a contract, methodologies used to manage each one of these activities and the best practices used in contract management. The course will cover critical areas such as contract preparation, contract award, and contract administration.
Course Methodology
This course relies on the use of individual and group exercises aimed at helping participants learn all key contract management activities. The course also features the use of a number of case studies, presentations and role-plays by participants followed by plenary discussions. In addition, this course incorporates pre-and post-testing.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Identify principles, definitions and major steps involved in the contracting process
- Outline all contract preparation activities including planning, developing the scope of work and identifying sourcing options
- Recognize different types of contracts and the effect of each type on the risk allocation strategy
- Develop criteria to invite, receive and evaluate bids
- Apply contract administration tools and techniques to effectively manage the contract and avoid disputes during implementation
- Resolve disputes collaboratively and amicably and outline alternative dispute resolution methods
Target Audience
All those involved in any aspect of preparing, implementing, managing or administering contracts and who are committed to proving their dedication to their professional growth.
Target Competencies
- Contract preparation
- Contract administration
- Preparing and evaluating bids
- Planning the contracting process
- Resolving contractual disputes
- Managing 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.
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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: apply@aaticd.co.za
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
- Defining a contract
- Elements of a contract
- Expressed and implied contracts
- Problems in preparing and managing contracts
- Contract preparation
- Stages of contract preparation and management
- Contracting methods
- Developing the scope of work
- Problems with a badly written scope of work
- Decision analysis worksheet
- Evaluation criteria
- Terms and conditions
- Contract types and strategies
- Fixed-price contracts
- Cost reimbursable contracts
- Time and material contracts
- Payment terms
- The tendering stage
- Objectives of tendering
- Alternative to tendering
- Tendering procedures
- Evaluation of bidders
- Pre-qualification criteria
- Invitation to tender
- Receipt and opening of bids
- Contract award
- Different pricing methods
- Whole life cost
- Value for money
- Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT)
- Online reverse auction
- Contract administration
- Purpose of contract administration
- Aspects to manage
- Documents needed to administer a contract
- Contract administration tools
- Role of contract administrators
- Lessons learned
- Claims and variation orders
- Breach of contract
- Money damages
- Equitable remedies
- Changes and modifications
- Alternative dispute resolutions (negotiation, mediation, arbitration)