Course Code: PMCM 2117
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Bidding, Evaluation, Negotiation & Contract Award
Course Sector:
Project & Contract Management
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01
10 - 14 Aug 2025
5 Days
Dubai, UAE
$4,250
02
25 - 29 Aug 2025
5 Days
Abu Dhabi, UAE
$4,250
03
06 - 10 Oct 2025
5 Days
Dubai, UAE
$4,250
Introduction
Training course introducion / brief

Bidding, Evaluation, Negotiation, and Contract Award are essential processes in procurement and project management. Strong skills in these areas ensure fair competition, proper supplier selection, and successful contract implementation. Understanding how to manage each stage effectively reduces risks, improves outcomes, and ensures compliance with legal and ethical standards. Mastering these processes is key to achieving value for money and long-term project success.

 

This training program covers the full cycle of bidding, evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. Each day focuses on a critical stage, combining theoretical knowledge with practical exercises and case studies. Participants will learn how to prepare bids, evaluate submissions, conduct negotiations, and finalize contract awards. The program emphasizes best practices, legal considerations, and effective strategies for managing procurement processes

Training Course Methodology 

This course is designed to be interactive and participatory, and includes various learning tools to enable the participants to function effectively and efficiently. The course will use sessions, exercises, and case applications, and presentation about proven-by-practice methods, new insights and ideas about the topic and its effects in a corporate world.

Course Objectives
At the end of the training course, participants will be able to

Bidding Process and Preparation

  • Understanding the basics of the bidding process.
  • Types of bidding methods and when to use them.
  • Preparing effective bid documents and requirements.
  • Managing pre-qualification and vendor selection.
  • Communicating bid requirements clearly to suppliers.
  • Handling bid submission and deadline management.
  • Addressing common challenges in bid preparation.
Course Audience
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Course Outline
The course aims and learning outcomes

Bid Evaluation Techniques

  • Establishing evaluation criteria and weightings.
  • Techniques for fair and transparent bid evaluation.
  • Conducting technical and financial evaluations.
  • Managing conflicts of interest during evaluation.
  • Documenting evaluation outcomes and decisions.
  • Addressing bid irregularities and clarifications.
  • Case studies on effective bid evaluations.

Bid Evaluation Techniques

  • Establishing evaluation criteria and weightings.
  • Techniques for fair and transparent bid evaluation.
  • Conducting technical and financial evaluations.
  • Managing conflicts of interest during evaluation.
  • Documenting evaluation outcomes and decisions.
  • Addressing bid irregularities and clarifications.
  • Case studies on effective bid evaluations.

Negotiation Strategies

  • Preparing for negotiation with potential suppliers.
  • Key negotiation techniques and tactics.
  • Setting objectives and understanding supplier motivations.
  • Managing complex and difficult negotiations.
  • Documenting and agreeing on negotiated terms.
  • Common negotiation mistakes and how to avoid them.
  • Practical role-play exercises for negotiation practice.

Contract Award Process

  • Criteria for selecting and awarding contracts.
  • Preparing award recommendations and approvals.
  • Notifying successful and unsuccessful bidders.
  • Managing debriefings and addressing bidder concerns.
  • Ensuring transparency and fairness in awards.
  • Documenting award decisions for audit purposes.
  • Handling disputes and objections related to awards

Post-Award Considerations and Compliance

  • Managing contract finalization and signature processes.
  • Ensuring legal compliance and regulatory requirements.
  • Addressing post-award challenges and contract changes.
  • Establishing supplier performance metrics.
  • Monitoring and evaluating contract implementation.
  • Handling disputes and ensuring conflict resolution.
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Boost certificate of completion
BOOST's Professional Attendance Certificate “BPAC” is always given to the delegates after completing the training course, and depends on their attendance of the program at a rate of no less than 80%, besides their active participation and engagement during the program sessions.
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COURSE METHODOLOGY

Our Training programs are implemented by combining the participants' academic knowledge and practical practice (30% theoretical / 70% practical activities).

At The end of the training program, Participants are involved in practical workshop to show their skills in applying what they were trained for. A detailed report is submitted to each participant and the training department in the organization on the results of the participant's performance and the return on training. Our programs focus on exercises, case studies, and individual and group presentations.

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