Workshop: Draft of Specifications and Terms of Reference in the Public-Sector environment (PFMA).
Background:
This workshop was specifically developed to train line managers and end users, who during the course of daily work, engage in activities that incorporate the procurement of goods and services.
This workshop can also be customised to incorporate the uniqueness of different Departments.
Accreditation:
This two-day workshop is not accredited by any unit standard.
Purpose of this workshop:
The purpose of this course is to train end users on how to prepare proper specifications and Terms of References if required.
On completion of this workshop delegates should be able to:
- Understand the principals of total cost of ownership
- Know the different methods of procurement
- Understand deviation criteria and impact
- Understand the roles of Bid Committees
- Take note of the Bid/ Quotation process
- Draft a specification
- Draft a Terms of Reference
- Draft functionality criteria
- Know the contents of the General Conditions of Contract and how that may assist in contract management.
Who will benefit from this workshop?
- End users
- Project managers
- Subject matter experts
Workshop content
- Legislative requirements
- Analysis of needs
- Total cost of ownership
- Designated sectors procurement
- Methods of procurement
- Deviations from standard procurement
- Procurement process
- Role and functions of the Bid Specification Committee
- Drafting of specification
- Drafting of a Terms of Reference
- Understand General Conditions and Special Conditions of Contract
Facilitation
Facilitation of this workshop is done by experienced facilitators.
Summary
The workshop content and subject matter is related to everyday SCM practices and will add valuable and practical knowledge to all role players.