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What You'll Learn

Master contracts: bidding, evaluation, negotiation, and award. Our training empowers you to navigate complex contracts, optimize procurement processes, and ensure successful project delivery.

Course Benefits
Industry Certification

Internationally recognized qualification

Expert Instructors

Learn from industry professionals

Dedicated Support

Assistance during and after training

Practical Skills

Apply knowledge immediately

Comprehensive 5-day curriculum with all materials included
Hands-on exercises and real-world case studies
Valuable networking opportunities with peers and experts
Post-course resources and refresher materials
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Duration 5 Days
Level Intermediate
Format In-Person

Course Overview

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Every commercial projects need a professional contracting approach if it is to achieve its objectives. There are many aspects of the job to consider: the procurement processes must be transparent, efficient and well managed; the right commercial contract model needs to be selected; the company must make sure it chooses an able and affordable contractor; the scope of work must be well defined. The risks must be appropriately apportioned between the parties, and the consequences of late or poor performance must be reflected in the contract and managed appropriately. The contract must be administered effectively to keep the job on track, and if changes are required, the contract should facilitate the variations.

The Contracts: Bidding, Evaluation, Negotiation & Award training course will cover all different aspects of bidding, to help participants become better aware of the activities incorporated in the bidding process, bid evaluation negotiation and contract award.

Course Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Contract Managers and Administrators
  • Contract Analysts and Engineers
  • Buyers, Purchasing Professionals and Procurement Officers
  • Anyone involved in the planning, evaluation, preparation and management of commercial bids and contracts for the purchase of services, materials or equipment.

Course Impact

Organizational Impact

  • Achieve cost savings through stronger negotiations and favorable contract terms.

  • Ensure compliance and transparency, reducing legal and reputational risks.

  • Improve supplier selection for higher quality and reliable outcomes.

  • Build trust by fostering integrity and professionalism in procurement.

Personal Impact

  • Gain specialized, in-demand skills for public and private sector roles.

  • Unlock career progression into senior procurement, supply chain, and leadership positions.

  • Contribute directly to financial health and operational success.

  • Lead complex procurement projects with confidence and integrity.

Course Objectives

By the end of the Contracts: Bidding, Evaluation, Negotiation & 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

  • Elements of Competitive Bidding Process

  • Selecting the right Contracting Strategy

  • Principles of Bidding

  • The Bidding Cycle & Bidding Options

  • E-Bidding

  • Invitation to Bid Documentation

  • Running the Bidding Process

  • Case Study: Analysis of a successful government tender and lessons learned from a failed bid


Module 2: Selecting the Right Suppliers

  • Criteria for Pre-qualifying Suppliers

  • Integrating the Supplier Selection Process

  • Detailed Supplier Investigation

  • Performing a Supplier Assessment

  • Setting Acceptance Criteria & Selection

  • Engaging Suppliers during the Bid Process

  • Case Study: Supplier selection challenges and risk mitigation in a major infrastructure project


Module 3: Evaluating the Bid

  • Evaluating a Bid Objectively

  • Developing Bid Evaluation Criteria

  • Methods of Payment

  • Technical & Commercial Evaluations

  • Evaluation of Cost Breakdowns

  • Case Study: Comparative analysis of competing bids and evaluation techniques in practice


Module 4: Effective Negotiation

  • Principles of Negotiation

  • Planning a Negotiation

  • Negotiation Objectives, Styles and Strategy

  • Power in Negotiation

  • The Negotiation Meeting & Follow-up

  • Case Study: Negotiation strategy applied in a multi-million-dollar procurement deal

  • Practical Exercise: Role-play negotiation session with feedback on style and outcomes


Module 5: Contract Award and Management

  • Forming a Contract

  • Common Contract Terms

  • Standard Forms of Contract

  • Contract Award

  • Dispute Resolution Procedures

  • Performance Management

  • Case Study: Lessons from contract award disputes and effective performance management in a public-private partnership

Prerequisites

No specific prerequisites required. This course is suitable for beginners and professionals alike.

Course Administration Details

Customized Training

This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.

Requirements

Participants need to be proficient in English.

Training Fee

The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) under License NO: NITA/TRN/2734.

Accommodation

Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.

Payment

Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.

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In-Person Training Schedules


January 2026
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Nairobi, Kenya KES 99,000 | USD 1,400 Enroll Now
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5 days
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Cape Town, South Africa
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USD 3,500
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5 days
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Dubai, United Arabs Emirates
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USD 4,000
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5 days
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Zanzibar, Tanzania
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USD 2,200
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Mombasa, Kenya
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KES 115,000
USD 1,500
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Kigali, Rwanda
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USD 1,800
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Accra, Ghana
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USD 5,950
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Kampala, Uganda
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,200
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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USD 2,000
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Johannesburg, South Africa
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USD 3,100
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Nakuru, Kenya
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KES 105,000
USD 1,400
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Dakar, Senegal
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USD 3,500
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Pretoria, South Africa
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USD 3,100
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
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Kisumu, Kenya
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KES 105,000
USD 1,500
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
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Naivasha, Kenya
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KES 105,000
USD 1,400
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
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Arusha, Tanzania
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USD 2,000
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The goal is to provide a comprehensive guide to the contracts lifecycle. You'll master the entire process from preparing a bid, to evaluating proposals, negotiating terms, and making a fair award.
You'll learn about the four key stages: the bidding phase (RFP creation), the evaluation phase (scoring proposals), the negotiation phase (securing terms), and the final award.
You'll learn to craft clear and effective Requests for Proposals (RFPs), create objective evaluation criteria, and analyze bids to select the best-qualified suppliers or contractors.
You will learn core negotiation tactics, how to identify key negotiation points, and strategies to secure the most favorable terms for your organization while building a strong relationship.
The training provides best practices for transparency, documentation, and adhering to procurement policies. This ensures the award is legally sound, defensible, and free from bias.
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