By the end of ‘Bid, Tender and Specification Writing Course’, you will be able to:

• Know how to tender and how to bid effectively across different procurement scenarios
• Be mindful of legal issues in the tender process and compliance requirements
• Acquire the principles of evaluation of tenders using multicriteria approaches
• Understand and know the process of contracting and documentation requirements
• Determine real needs, document requirements and write specifications that meet business objectives
• Develop communication, stakeholder management and negotiation skills essential for successful procurement
• Apply risk management strategies throughout the bidding process
• Implement transparency and probity measures in tender evaluation

The training framework includes: Audio-visual presentations delivered by experienced procurement professionals; Group assignments and projects for active participation; Role-plays and relevant case study discussions to boost topic relevance; Experiential learning encouraged throughout the program. Solid State Training follows the ‘Do–Review–Learn–Apply Model’, creating a structured learning journey that transforms procurement knowledge into operational excellence through systematic practice and implementation.

Professionals attending this course, organisations will derive the following benefits:

• Know how to tender and how to bid effectively in competitive environments
• Be mindful of legal issues in the tender process and regulatory compliance
• Acquire the principles of evaluation of tenders using best practices
• Understand and know the process of contracting and documentation requirements
• Determine real needs, document requirements and write specifications that deliver value
• Develop their communication, stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Enhanced transparency in procurement processes and better alignment with project goals
• Improved bid success rates and reduced risk of disputes due to clearer specifications
• Better understanding of multicriteria selection practices for optimal contractor selection

Professionals enrolling for this course will benefit as follows:

• Gain understanding on drafting specifications in Request for Tender (RFT)
• Be informed of the legal status of invitation to tender and compliance requirements
• Understand the rules, regulations and guidelines to follow in bidding and tendering
• Look at the Bid and Tender process from both a buyer and a supplier perspective
• Identify potential suppliers and potential customers effectively
• Learn the essentials of making a contract and managing contractual relationships