Why Attend
The Certified Contract Manager training program is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of contract management principles, practices, and tools. This program is intended to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively manage contracts from development to closeout, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and achieving successful outcomes for their organizations.
Instructor-led training that uses interactive learning methods, including class discussion, small group activities, and role-playing
Identify problems, principles, definitions, and the major steps involved in the contracting process.; Define ways to develop the scope of work and avoid pitfalls.; Develop criteria to invite, receive and evaluate tenders.; Identify administration tools and the roles of Contract Manager/Administrator.; Discuss ways of using lessons learned to minimize confrontations during implementation and avoid disputes.
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Principles, Definitions, and Problems
The Contracting Stages
Preparation
Tendering
Contract Award
Contract Administration
The Scope of Work
Main and Sub-Contracts
Criteria for Evaluation
The Tendering Stage
Different Pricing Methods
Pre-Qualification
E-Auction
Contract Administration
Partnering
Problem-Solving versus Confrontation
Contract Interpretation
Claims and Change Orders
Legitimate and Not-So-Legitimate Claims
Variation and Change Orders
Lessons Learned
How, Who, Where and When
Dispute Resolution
Negotiation
Other Procedures