The British Academy for Training and Development offers this training program in "Public Sector Procurement and Tender Compliance", designed to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to manage public procurement processes efficiently while ensuring full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

In the modern public sector, procurement operations must balance transparency, accountability, and efficiency, while adhering strictly to laws, policies, and ethical standards. This program equips procurement professionals, contract managers, and government officials with the tools and strategies to navigate tender procedures, evaluate bids effectively, select suppliers fairly, and mitigate risks associated with public sector procurement. Participants will gain in-depth insights into tender compliance, contract management, performance measurement, and best practices that support effective, transparent, and legally compliant procurement processes.

Who Should Attend?

• Government procurement officers and contract managers.

• Professionals involved in public sector bidding and tendering.

• Legal and compliance specialists in procurement.

• Project managers overseeing public sector contracts.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Understand the legal and regulatory framework of public procurement.

• Learn best practices for tender preparation and submission.

• Develop skills to evaluate bids and select suppliers fairly.

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

• Mitigate risks and enhance transparency in public sector procurement.

• Introduction to Public Sector Procurement

  • Overview of public procurement principles and objectives.

  • Understanding the roles of government and regulatory bodies.

  • Key differences between public and private procurement.

• Legal and Regulatory Frameworks

  • National and international procurement laws.

  • Compliance requirements and ethical considerations.

  • Understanding procurement guidelines and standards.

• Tendering Processes and Procedures

  • Steps in the public tender process from announcement to award.

  • Documentation requirements and submission standards.

  • Common pitfalls in tender preparation.

• Bid Evaluation and Supplier Selection

  • Evaluation criteria and scoring methods.

  • Ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability.

  • Best practices in supplier assessment and selection.

• Contract Management in Public Procurement

  • Drafting and reviewing public contracts.

  • Roles and responsibilities of contract managers.

  • Monitoring supplier performance and compliance.

• Risk Management in Public Procurement

  • Identifying procurement risks and mitigation strategies.

  • Fraud prevention and ethical considerations.

  • Ensuring continuity and quality in supplier delivery.

• Tender Compliance and Auditing

  • Ensuring adherence to regulations and policies.

  • Conducting compliance audits and checks.

  • Corrective actions and reporting non-compliance.

• Procurement Policies and Best Practices

  • Developing and implementing procurement policies.

  • Promoting transparency, accountability, and efficiency.

  • Continuous improvement in procurement processes.

• Performance Measurement in Public Procurement

  • Key performance indicators and monitoring tools.

  • Evaluating procurement efficiency and outcomes.

  • Benchmarking against best practices.

• Strategic Approaches to Public Procurement

  • Aligning procurement with organizational goals.

  • Leveraging technology and data in procurement decisions.

  • Long-term planning and supplier relationship management.