Certified Contract Manager

Certified Contract Manager

OBJECTIVES

• Identify and apply the major steps involved in the contracting process.
• Define the scope of work and the criteria used for bid evaluation.
• Identify administration tools and roles of contract Manager/ Administrator/Assistants.
• Discuss ways of using lessons learned to minimize confrontations during implementation and avoid disputes.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

All those involved in any aspect of implementing, managing or administering contracts; also those involved in any step of contract preparation and award for them to realize the importance of a well prepared contract

COURSE OUTLINE

The Contracting Stages

• Preparation
• Tendering
• Contract Award
• Contract Administration

The Scope of Work

• Main and Sub-Contracts
• Clarity and Completeness
• Criteria for Evaluation

Administration Tools

• Roles
• Issues
• Checklists
• Calendars
• Documents

Contract Administration

• Partnering
• Problem-solving Versus Confrontation
• Contract Interpretation

Claims and Change Orders

• Legitimate and Not-So-Legitimate Claims
• Variation and Change Orders

Lessons Learned

• How, Who and Where
• How, Who and When

Dispute Resolution

• Negotiation
• Other Procedures