Strategic Public Procurement, Tender Evaluation and Contract Administration.

This practical course is designed to equip procurement professionals and institutional decision-makers with the knowledge and skills required to manage public procurement effectively, transparently, and strategically. It covers the complete procurement cycle, from procurement planning and tender preparation to bid evaluation, contract award, and contract administration.

Participants will develop practical skills in preparing procurement documents, applying appropriate evaluation criteria, conducting compliant tender evaluations, managing supplier relationships, monitoring contract performance, and addressing contractual challenges. Through case studies, practical exercises, tender evaluation simulations, and workplace-based scenarios, participants will strengthen their ability to achieve value for money, maintain accountability, and manage procurement risks.

This course is suitable for professionals involved in public procurement, tender evaluation, contract management, financial oversight, and institutional decision-making, including:

• Procurement and Supplies Officers
• Procurement Managers and Heads of Procurement Units
• Contract Management Officers
• Tender and Evaluation Committee Members
• Accounting and Finance Officers
• Internal Auditors and Compliance Officers
• Project and Programme Managers
• Legal and Contract Professionals
• Heads of Departments and Senior Managers
• Government and Public-Sector Officers
• Procurement and Contract Administration Personnel
• Suppliers and Contractors working with public institutions

It is particularly relevant to government ministries, departments and agencies, local government authorities, public institutions, parastatals, universities, healthcare institutions, NGOs, and development-funded projects involved in public procurement and contract administration.