Training on Contracts Bidding, Evaluation, Negotiation and Award
Course Overview
Successful commercial projects require a professional approach to contracting that ensures transparency, efficiency, and effective risk management. Contracts: Bidding, Evaluation, Negotiation and Award equips participants with the knowledge and skills to manage the full procurement cycle and contract award process.
This course covers all phases of bidding, from preparation and solicitation to evaluation, negotiation, and award. Participants will learn how to select the right contract model, define clear scopes of work, apportion risks appropriately, and incorporate performance consequences into contracts. Emphasis is placed on ensuring fairness, efficiency, and compliance throughout the procurement and contracting process.
Through case studies, practical exercises, and scenario-based learning, participants gain hands-on experience in bid evaluation, contractor assessment, negotiation strategies, and contract award procedures. The training also highlights effective contract administration to manage variations, changes, and performance issues, ensuring projects stay on track and achieve organizational objectives.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to manage bidding processes professionally, evaluate and negotiate bids effectively, and award contracts that balance risk, performance, and value for money.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Procurement and contract managers
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Project managers overseeing bidding and contract processes
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Legal and compliance officers involved in procurement
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Tendering and evaluation teams
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Finance and commercial professionals managing project budgets and contractor selection
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Anyone responsible for planning, evaluating, negotiating, or awarding contracts
Course Impact
Organizational Impact
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Achieve cost savings through stronger negotiations and favorable contract terms.
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Ensure compliance and transparency, reducing legal and reputational risks.
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Improve supplier selection for higher quality and reliable outcomes.
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Build trust by fostering integrity and professionalism in procurement.
Personal Impact
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Gain specialized, in-demand skills for public and private sector roles.
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Unlock career progression into senior procurement, supply chain, and leadership positions.
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Contribute directly to financial health and operational success.
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Lead complex procurement projects with confidence and integrity.
Course Objectives
By the end of the Contracts: Bidding, Evaluation, Negotiation and Award training course, participants will be able to:
- Define the bidding cycle and strategies
- Identify the different options of bidding
- Learn ways to maximize value of supplies and services
- Define the essential bid documentation
- Apply best practices in screening vendors and prequalification
- Identify different negotiation styles and tactics
- Develop advanced practices in bidding and evaluation process
- Define the contract pre-award and post award activities
Course Outline
Module 1: Bidding Process
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Elements of Competitive Bidding Process
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Selecting the right Contracting Strategy
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Principles of Bidding
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The Bidding Cycle & Bidding Options
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E-Bidding
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Invitation to Bid Documentation
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Running the Bidding Process
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Case Study: Analysis of a successful government tender and lessons learned from a failed bid
Module 2: Selecting the Right Suppliers
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Criteria for Pre-qualifying Suppliers
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Integrating the Supplier Selection Process
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Detailed Supplier Investigation
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Performing a Supplier Assessment
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Setting Acceptance Criteria & Selection
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Engaging Suppliers during the Bid Process
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Case Study: Supplier selection challenges and risk mitigation in a major infrastructure project
Module 3: Evaluating the Bid
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Evaluating a Bid Objectively
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Developing Bid Evaluation Criteria
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Methods of Payment
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Technical & Commercial Evaluations
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Evaluation of Cost Breakdowns
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Case Study: Comparative analysis of competing bids and evaluation techniques in practice
Module 4: Effective Negotiation
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Principles of Negotiation
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Planning a Negotiation
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Negotiation Objectives, Styles and Strategy
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Power in Negotiation
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The Negotiation Meeting & Follow-up
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Case Study: Negotiation strategy applied in a multi-million-dollar procurement deal
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Practical Exercise: Role-play negotiation session with feedback on style and outcomes
Module 5: Contract Award and Management
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Forming a Contract
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Common Contract Terms
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Standard Forms of Contract
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Contract Award
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Dispute Resolution Procedures
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Performance Management
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Case Study: Lessons from contract award disputes and effective performance management in a public-private partnership
Prerequisites
Course Administration and Investment
Whether you join us in a physical boardroom or through our virtual campus, we’ve designed every administrative detail for a seamless, professional experience.
Our fees are all inclusive during course hours.
- Covered: High level tuition, comprehensive materials (digital + physical), mid morning and afternoon refreshments, a full executive lunch, and any scheduled study visits or site tours.
- Not covered: Travel, visa fees, medical/travel insurance, personal expenses, and accommodation.
From registration to the classroom, we keep things clear and efficient.
- Registration: Find your preferred schedule, click “Register,” complete the form, and submit. Need help? Talk to us directly.
- Pre Course Assessment: After registering, you’ll receive a diagnostic survey to help facilitators tailor content to your needs.
- Joining Instructions: Once fees are paid, you’ll receive a Delegate Welcome Pack at least 7 days before the start date (venue maps, virtual access links, and pre reading materials).
We provide premium environments optimized for adult learning and networking.
- Physical Venues: Premium 4 star and 5 star executive boardrooms across our global host cities, with high tier catering.
- Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT): High definition, interactive platforms featuring breakout rooms, digital whiteboards, and live technical support.
- NITA and Regulatory Compliance: Administrative processes align with national training authorities.
You’ll leave with tools that extend the course value far beyond the final day.
- ForElite Learner Kit: A physical or digital course manual, proprietary templates, and a curated toolkit of industry standard SOPs.
- On Site / In App Support: Dedicated course coordinators handle technical, dietary, or logistical inquiries in real time.
We validate your commitment to excellence with internationally recognized credentials.
- Attendance Tracking: Rigorous daily logging to meet corporate and regulatory accreditation requirements.
- Verifiable Credentials: Upon successful completion, you receive a certificate of course completion.
Our relationship with you doesn’t end when the course closes.
- Feedback & ROI Reporting: Detailed post course evaluations to give sponsors clear insight into training impact.
- Alumni Network Access: Every delegate joins the ForElite Alumni Network for ongoing peer to peer learning and exclusive webinars.
When is the next intake?
UpdatedWe offer customized training solutions tailored to your organization's specific needs (location, dates, content and team size).
Talk to us and we’ll guide you on the best schedule and format for your team.
Training Methodology
We turn knowledge into results. Using our P.E.A.K. Framework (Prepare, Engage, Apply, Know), every participant leaves with practical skills they can use immediately.
Proven Impact
In the last 12 months, over 1,200 professionals have applied the P.E.A.K. Framework to reduce onboarding time by an average of 30% and accelerate project delivery across 14 industries.
The outcome: Participants don’t just learn. They gain the tools, confidence, and strategy to drive measurable impact.
Tailor-Made Training and Customization
Off-the-shelf solutions rarely fit perfectly. At ForElite Training Institute, we built our Tailor-Made Training (TMT) service to embed our expertise directly into your unique strategy, culture, and operations.
We replace generic examples with scenarios from your sector (e.g., public sector, NGOs, financial services, or logistics).
Choose a format that fits your operations: intensive 3 day bootcamps or weekly sessions that minimize work disruption.
We teach directly from your actual templates, brand guidelines, or financial reports.
Host your bespoke training in any of our 21+ global cities, or we'll send facilitators to your office anywhere in the world.
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