Course Overview
This course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of contract management within the public sector. It will cover the lifecycle of contract management, from procurement planning and contract award to contract administration and closeout. Emphasis will be placed on compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks, risk management, performance monitoring, and best practices in contract management.
Course Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Public sector procurement and contract managers.
- Government officials involved in the procurement process.
- Project managers and team leaders in public sector projects.
- Legal advisors and compliance officers.
- Auditors and financial managers responsible for contract oversight.
- Any professionals involved in public sector contract administration.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles and practices of contract management in the public sector.
- Develop effective procurement strategies and plans.
- Navigate legal and regulatory frameworks governing public sector contracts.
- Implement best practices in contract administration and performance monitoring.
- Identify and manage risks associated with public sector contracts.
- Conduct effective contract negotiations and manage stakeholder relationships.
- Ensure compliance and accountability in contract execution and closeout.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Public Sector Contract Management
- Overview of public sector contract management
- Key principles and practices
- Legal and regulatory frameworks
- Roles and responsibilities in contract management
Module 2: Procurement Planning and Contract Award
- Developing procurement strategies and plans
- Procurement methods and processes
- Preparing and issuing requests for proposals (RFPs)
- Evaluating bids and awarding contracts
Module 3: Contract Administration and Performance Monitoring
- Contract administration best practices
- Performance monitoring and evaluation
- Managing changes and modifications to contracts
- Handling disputes and issues
Module 4: Risk Management and Compliance
- Identifying and assessing risks in contracts
- Risk mitigation strategies
- Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
- Ethical considerations and accountability
Module 5: Contract Closeout and Best Practices
- Contract closeout procedures
- Lessons learned and continuous improvement
- Case studies and real-world examples
- Developing a contract management toolkit
