Contract Administration and Management

Overview

This intermediate level course introduces learners to the practices and processes required to effectively undertake the contract administration or management function in a Local Government context.

This course will cover the development of a contract management plan and its key inclusions. These include the preparation of a risk management matrix, risk review schedule, RACI matrix, and a detailed schedule of meetings and reporting requirements derived from the scope of the RFx.

Other contract changes that may occur during the contract term are also covered, such as dispute resolution, requests for variation or novation.

Critically, the skills and knowledge provided in this unit need to be applied within the Local Government legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. It’s essential therefore, that you consult with your Local Government’s respective policies in conjunction with the learning material provided.

Target Audience

Local Government Officers involved in a procurement activity, especially those involved in planning for, developing draft contract documentation (including the performance management regime) and contract management activities.

Recommended pre-requisites:

Procurement and Contract Essentials course.
Procurement Planning and
Risk Management course.
Compliance, Evaluation and Contract Award course and/or
Practical work experience

Learning Outcomes

Establish and maintain contract management arrangements within a Local Government context;
Prepare and draft a contract management plan for RFx;
Implement a risk management plan for RFx;
Schedule all key contractual meetings and reporting requirements for contract term;
Performance manage a contractor;
Understand the key close out or end of contract cycles;
Provide analysis on contract performance to Local Government to inform development of future similar contracts;
Understand your record keeping requirements; and
Where to get help and assistance.

Duration

9:00am - 4:30pm

Fees

$580.00 (plus GST)

Course Transfer and Cancellation Policy
All transfer or cancellation requests must be made by emailing training@walga.asn.au

Training at WALGA - If you wish to change or cancel your confirmed course the following applies:

More than 10 business days prior to course commencement - no charge for either a cancellation or change request.
Cancellation request between 10-6 business days - 50% refund on pre-payment.
Less than 5 business days, no refund for cancellation and no transfer to another date allowed.
Non-Attendance - there is no refund or transfer for non-attendance.

Please refer to the WALGA Terms and Conditions of Enrolment for further conditions including COVID-19, On-Site training and course cancellations.

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