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Negotiating Contracts Successfully

Why Attend

The overall aim of this course is to provide participants with the knowledge, concepts, and skills needed to negotiate in each phase of the contract life cycle successfully in order to maintain a good relationship between the two parties and to reach a win-win outcome.

Participants in this interactive course will learn how to analyze the issues, identify the best practices in negotiating the scope of work, terms and conditions, claims, variation orders, and disputes.

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 discussions. In addition, this course incorporates pre-and post-testing.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize the important role of negotiation in developing a solid contract and the implications of failing to do so
  • Identify fundamental concepts of successful negotiations including problem-solving, communication, and planning techniques that will help in achieving a win-win outcome
  • Plan and conduct several contract-related negotiations in a formal structured manner
  • Outline critical provisions in the scope of work and explore collaborative approaches to secure agreements on these provisions
  • Negotiate contractual claims and change orders in order to avoid disputes and legal issues
  • Discover some of the tactics that are used during contract negotiations

Target Audience

Those involved in the contract and business-related negotiations. The course will also benefit those involved in negotiating the procurement of goods and services, manpower and different types of material or supplies.

Target Competencies

  • Negotiating contracts
  • Contract preparation
  • Handling claims
  • Change management
  • Technical terms and conditions
  • Contract administration

Location:

South Africa

Training Dates:

Each course starts every Monday of each week. Please book your training on a date that is a Monday.

Course Duration:

Unit Standard:

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Course Fees

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How to Apply:

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NB: 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.

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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
    • Elements of a contract
    • Purpose of contracting
    • Stages in contract development
    • Contracting plans and strategies
    • Contracting methods
    • When to negotiate and when to tender
  • Negotiating principles
    • Concept of negotiation
    • Secrets of a successful negotiation
    • Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement (BATNA)
    • Communicating effectively
    • The negotiating style profile
    • Principled negotiation
      • Separating people from the problem
      • Focusing on interests not positions
      • Inventing options for mutual gains
      • Using objective criteria
    • Characteristics of a skilled negotiator
  • The contract negotiation process
    • Approaches for contract negotiation
    • Negotiation’s structured approach
    • Planning the negotiation
    • Conducting the negotiation
    • Post negotiation actions
  • Negotiating the scope
    • Defining the scope of work
    • Terms and conditions
    • Contract provisions
    • The pricing of the contract
    • Zone of a Possible Agreement (ZOPA)
    • International contracting
  • Post-award negotiation
    • Contract award
    • Contract administration
    • Variation orders and change management
    • Claims and disputes
    • Sources of disputes
    • Methods in lieu of formal proceedings
  • Negotiation strategies and tactics
    • Tactics and counter-tactics
      • Arbitrary deadlines
      • Limited availability
      • Stonewall tactic
    • Breakthrough negotiation: the five steps

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