The British Academy for Training and Development offers this program, “Expert in Tender, Specifications, and Contracts Management”, designed to equip participants with specialized knowledge and practical skills for managing tender processes, preparing specifications, and drafting contracts professionally.

Tender and contract management is a critical function in both governmental and private institutions, as it directly impacts operational efficiency, procedural compliance, and optimal financial outcomes.

This program focuses on the complete sequence of processes, from preparing tender documents, through evaluation and award procedures, to contract management and execution across various types. Participants will gain an understanding of legal, technical, and financial aspects, alongside local and international standards.

Who Should Attend?

• Employees in procurement and contract departments of government agencies and private companies.

• Legal and technical staff involved in drafting or reviewing contracts.

• Consultants and managers dealing with project tenders and suppliers.

• Anyone seeking to enhance knowledge in contracting, bid management, and specifications preparation.

Knowledge and Benefits:

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

• Understand the full lifecycle of tender and procurement management in accordance with approved systems.

• Prepare technical and administrative specifications accurately and professionally.

• Develop skills to analyze and evaluate bids systematically.

• Learn different contract types, drafting methods, and contract monitoring techniques.

• Mitigate contractual risks and ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

• Introduction to Tender and Procurement Systems

  • Basic concepts of tenders and contracts.

  • Strategic objectives of procurement management.

  • Difference between direct purchases and public tenders.

• Regulations and Legal Framework for Tenders

  • Governmental and international systems governing contracts.

  • Legal framework for contracts and procurement.

  • Authority limits and regulatory procedures.

• Preparation of Tender Documents and Specifications

  • Types and contents of tender documents.

  • Drafting technical and administrative conditions.

  • Technical standards for writing specifications.

• Tender Announcement and Bid Submission

  • Methods of announcing tenders.

  • Managing supplier and contractor inquiries.

  • Receiving bids and organizing opening sessions.

• Bid Analysis and Evaluation

  • Technical and financial evaluation criteria.

  • Bid evaluation models and weighting methods.

  • Preparing award recommendation reports.

• Negotiation and Awarding

  • Negotiation skills with bidders.

  • Regulatory procedures for awarding contracts.

  • Documenting award minutes and approvals.

• Contract Management and Execution

  • Main elements and essential terms of contracts.

  • Mechanisms for follow-up, execution, and supervision.

  • Modifying and extending contracts within legal frameworks.

• Dispute Resolution and Handling Violations

  • Common causes of contractual disputes.

  • Methods for dispute resolution and conflict settlement.

  • Role of regulatory and judicial bodies in adjudication.

• Types of Contracts and Party Obligations

  • Fixed-price, variable, and open contracts.

  • Responsibilities of contracting parties and the owner entity.

  • Performance management and supplier/contractor evaluation.

• Best Practices in Tender and Contract Management

  • Quality standards for contract drafting.

  • Compliance with international standards such as ISO and FIDIC.

  • Lessons learned from contract application in projects.