Course Overview
This 5-day intensive training offered by IRES provides participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to write winning bid documents and effectively use E-procurement tools. The course covers key aspects of public procurement for goods, works, and services, including consultancy for professional services. Participants will engage in practical assignments and group exercises to develop solutions to real-world procurement challenges.
Course Duration
5 Days
Target Audience
This course is designed for:
- Procurement professionals involved in tendering and bidding
- Business owners and entrepreneurs seeking government and corporate contracts
- Consultants and service providers who respond to procurement opportunities
- Public sector employees responsible for procurement and contract management
- Anyone interested in understanding bid writing and e-procurement systems
Organizational Impact
- Enhanced ability to develop and submit winning bids
- Improved efficiency and compliance in procurement processes
- Strengthened technical capacity in e-procurement and bidding
- Increased success rates in tendering for public and private contracts
- Improved understanding of international procurement standards
Personal Impact
- Gained expertise in bid writing and e-procurement tools
- Increased competitiveness in the procurement job market
- Improved analytical and proposal development skills
- Enhanced ability to identify business opportunities and prepare compliant bids
- Greater confidence in applying procurement regulations and standards
Course Level:
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify business opportunities in the procurement sector
- Understand and analyze solicitation documents
- Determine vendor eligibility and compliance requirements
- Prepare winning bids with strong technical and financial proposals
- Interpret key procurement terms and conditions
- Utilize e-procurement platforms for tendering and submission
Course Outline
Module 1: Identifying Business Opportunities
- Understanding procurement markets and business prospects
- Sources for public and private tenders
- Case Study: Exploring real-time procurement opportunities
Module 2: Vendor Eligibility and Compliance
- Legal and financial requirements for bidding
- Common eligibility criteria in tenders
- Case Study: Assessing vendor qualification requirements
Module 3: Understanding Solicitation Documents
- Breakdown of key procurement documents (RFP, RFQ, ITT)
- Key sections and requirements in tender documents
- Case Study: Analyzing real-world solicitation documents
Module 4: Bid Preparation and Writing
- Structuring a technical proposal and financial proposal
- Common mistakes and best practices in bid writing
- Case Study: Developing a bid for a public procurement opportunity
Module 5: E-Procurement and E-Tendering
- Introduction to e-procurement platforms and their benefits
- Step-by-step guide to electronic bidding and submission
- Case Study: Simulating an e-tender submission process
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Course Administration Details:
Methodology
These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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