Description

Course Objectives: Upon Completion of this Course, Participant will learn how to : Identify the major activities and steps of contract administration. Identify administration tools and the roles of the contract administrator. Recognize the main contractual provisions and appreciate their effects on the implementation and management of future contracts. Understand the importance of knowing contractual terms and conditions. Demonstrate the importance of partnership and negotiation in contract administration. Explain the different types of claims, damages and liabilities. Identify Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and ways to resolve claims. Designed For: All those involved in any aspect of implementing, managing or administering contracts; also those involved in any step of contract preparation and award in order for them to realize the importance of a well prepared contract. Course Outline: Principles of Contracts Objectives and Definitions Contract Framework Elements of a Contract Difficulties Encountered in Contract Administration Contract Administration Major Steps Competencies of Contract Administrators Contract Administration Tools Key Principles Knowing Your Contract Contract Provisions Affecting Implementation Tools and Techniques for Contract Administration Information Needed for Administering a Contract Records and Documentations Roles and Responsibilities of Contract Administrators Competencies for Contract Professionals Developing Schedule and Cost Plans Developing Milestones Charts Contractor Evaluation On-Going Assessments Evaluating Contractor Performance Managing Contracts in Progress Performance Reporting Status and Progress Reporting Performance Indicator

Claims and Disputes

• Breach of Contract
• Types of Damages
• Remedies
• Force Majeure
• Changes and Variation Orders
• Claims and Extensions
• Contract Closeout Lessons Learned: How, Who, Where and When
• Disputes
• Alternative Dispute Resolution:
  • Negotiation
  • Mediation
  • Conciliation
  • Arbitration
• Contract Termination
  • Termination for Default
  • Termination for Convenience

Partnership with Contractor

• Strategic Alliance
• Objectives of Partnership
• Elements of Partnerships
• Advantages and Disadvantages

Negotiation

• Planning Negotiation
• Trading Concessions
• Communication
• Negotiation Preparation

Negotiation Guidelines