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Project
& Contract Management
AIM
To
develop a knowledge of principles, practices and techniques for the commercial
management of projects with particular emphasis on the role of the supply chain
specialist.
Introduction
Formal
Project Management is progressively becoming the basis of a structural approach
to successful achievement of significant change where a multi-disciplinary
approach is essential. Projects can range from construction to refurbishment of
premises, the introduction of new Information Technology systems, to outsourcing
of contracts to suppliers for work previously carried out in-house, such as
facilities management or other operations. The Supply Chain specialist in both
the private and public sectors should have a vital role in the planning and
control of projects, as well as the development and
on-going
management of resulting contracts with suppliers.
Project
Management Methodology
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The varying nature of project work in business.
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Setting objectives for procurement projects.
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Planning, organising, co-ordinating and controlling projects.
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Teamwork, leadership and motivational aspects of project management.
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The use of IT software systems for improved project and contracts management.
Project
Appraisal and Assessment
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Project appraisal, including methods of investment appraisal and assessment of
risks.
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Pre-contract considerations with regard to the use of consultants, hire of
staff, joint ventures and sub-contractors.
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The use of project partnering and best value.
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Using tendering processes taking into account the EU Procurement Directives,
award criteria, open, restricted and negotiated procedures.
Contractual
Issues
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Approaches to the development of contract strategies, competitive or negotiated,
turnkey or multiple, design/build/ and operate.
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Developing the contract; the specification, performance measures and the
contractual terms.
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Sub-contracting and assignment, including contractual relationships the
purchaser's (employer's) rights, the extent of contractor's liability and
nominated sub-contractors.
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Pricing methods.
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Acceptance of tenders.
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Legal considerations with regard to the choice of contract terms.
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Dispute resolution.
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Clauses covering payment, default, unforeseen circumstances, delay and
liquidated damages, defects and maintenance, indemnity and insurance, patents
and copyright.
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Contract Management.• Contract control, including network analysis techniques,
measuring and reporting progress.
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Cost control, with regard to certification and payment.
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Management and negotiation of variations and claims.
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Monitoring and negotiating improvement to supplier performance.
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Contract closure, liability for defects.
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Post implementation appraisal.
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