This workshop provides practical guidance on how to design and manage a selection process for a partner (either a contractor or consultant) in connection with the delivery of a capital project or programme of works.

With increased emphasis on best value the Workshop explores how qualitative issues can be successfully assessed without compromising the need for objective and auditable standards.

Intended for

• All those involved in the design and management of a partner selection process

Outline Programme

• Overview – strategic procurement considerations, the cost quality ratio, current best practice guidelines

• EU Procurement legislation – an essential overview

• Selection Tools – Quality – the pre-qualification questionnaire, tender questionnaire, site visits, assessment workshops, team analysis, successful interview techniques

• Selection Tools – Cost – Schedule of rates, activity schedules, alternative options

• Managing the selection process – key responsibilities, documentation

• Concluding the procedure – advising unsuccessful applicants, contract award, release of information

• Questions and course review

Details Course Fees   – £500 per delegate + VAT Max No. of delegates   – 15 Lecturers   Jenny Jackson Margaret Pinder	Current dates of public courses - York - London 11th August 2008 11th September 2008 Please note that further dates may be added if there is high demand. Please contact us.