Procurement and Contracting for Infrastructure Projects Training

Foundations of Infrastructure Procurement

Core competencies for Foundations of Infrastructure Procurement.

• Definition, scope, and purpose of procurement in infrastructure delivery
• The infrastructure project lifecycle and where procurement fits
• Principles of public procurement: transparency, competition, value for money, and accountability
• Roles and responsibilities: employer, procuring entity, consultants, contractors, and oversight bodies
• Common procurement challenges: delays, cost overruns, corruption risk, and poor specifications

Legal and Regulatory Framework

Core competencies for Legal and Regulatory Framework.

• National procurement laws and regulations (e.g., Kenya Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, PPRA oversight)
• Donor and multilateral rules (World Bank, AfDB, EU, JICA)
• Public-private partnership (PPP) and concession legislation
• Preferential schemes: local content, youth, women, and persons with disabilities
• Ethics, conflict of interest, and anti-corruption requirements

Procurement Planning and Strategy

Core competencies for Procurement Planning and Strategy.

• Needs assessment, project scoping, and feasibility linkage
• Procurement plans, budgeting, and market analysis
• Packaging and phasing of works, goods, and consulting services
• Selecting delivery models: design-bid-build, design-build, EPC/turnkey, and PPP
• Risk allocation and procurement strategy documents

Procurement Methods and Bidding Documents

Core competencies for Procurement Methods and Bidding Documents.

• Open, restricted, direct, and framework procurement methods
• Prequalification and shortlisting of contractors and consultants
• Preparing tender documents: instructions, specifications, drawings, and BoQs
• Setting qualification and evaluation criteria
• Standard bidding documents (FIDIC-aligned, World Bank, national templates)

Tendering, Evaluation, and Award

Core competencies for Tendering, Evaluation, and Award.

• Advertising, clarifications, addenda, and site visits
• Bid submission, opening, and record keeping
• Technical and financial evaluation, including abnormally low bids
• Evaluation of consultants: QCBS, QBS, and fixed-budget methods
• Award decisions, notifications, debriefing, and handling complaints and appeals

Contract Types and Conditions

Core competencies for Contract Types and Conditions.

• Lump sum, unit rate (remeasurement), cost-plus, and target cost contracts
• FIDIC suite (Red, Yellow, Silver books) and NEC family overview
• Key contract clauses: scope, time, payment, variations, and liability
• Performance security, advance payment guarantees, retention, and insurance
• Drafting special conditions and avoiding ambiguity

Contract Management and Administration

Core competencies for Contract Management and Administration.

• Contract kick-off, mobilization, and establishing management structures
• Roles of the engineer, project manager, and contractor's representative
• Programme monitoring, progress reporting, and quality assurance
• Valuations, interim payment certificates, and cash flow management
• Record keeping, correspondence, and contract documentation control

Variations, Claims, and Dispute Resolution

Core competencies for Variations, Claims, and Dispute Resolution.

• Managing variation orders and change control
• Extensions of time, delay analysis, and prolongation costs
• Preparing, evaluating, and responding to claims
• Dispute avoidance and resolution: DAB/DAAB, mediation, arbitration, and litigation
• Contract termination, suspension, and force majeure

Risk, Cost Control, and Project Completion

Core competencies for Risk, Cost Control, and Project Completion.

• Risk identification, allocation, and mitigation in construction contracts
• Cost control, budget tracking, and price adjustment mechanisms
• Testing, commissioning, taking-over, and defects liability
• Final accounts, closeout, and handover
• Lessons learned, post-contract review, and performance evaluation of contractors

Governance, Sustainability, Digital Procurement, and Emerging Trends

Core competencies for Governance, Sustainability, Digital Procurement, and Emerging Trends.

• Transparency tools: e-procurement, open contracting, and open data
• Audit, oversight, and social accountability in infrastructure projects
• Sustainable and green procurement, ESG, and climate-resilient infrastructure
• Digital tools: BIM, contract management software, and project dashboards
• Emerging trends: PPP innovations, alliancing, AI in procurement analytics, and blockchain contracts

How is Procurement and Contracting for Infrastructure Projects Training delivered?

Procurement and Contracting for Infrastructure Projects Training is delivered through instructor-led classroom, live online, private in-house corporate training depending on the selected cohort or organizational arrangement.

What are the fees for Procurement and Contracting for Infrastructure Projects Training?

The published course investment is KES 80,000 and USD 850. Location-specific fees are shown where configured.

How long is Procurement and Contracting for Infrastructure Projects Training?

Procurement and Contracting for Infrastructure Projects Training runs for 5 Days unless a customized corporate schedule is agreed.

Do participants receive a certificate for Procurement and Contracting for Infrastructure Projects Training?

Participants who complete the course receive a Certificate of Completion from EduCore Global Skills.

Where can I take Procurement and Contracting for Infrastructure Projects Training?

Procurement and Contracting for Infrastructure Projects Training is available in Nairobi, live online, and in-house corporate delivery by arrangement. Current dates are shown only where real sessions have been configured.

Who should attend Procurement and Contracting for Infrastructure Projects Training?

Procurement and Contracting for Infrastructure Projects Training is designed for Procurement Officers, Supply Chain Managers, Logistics Officers, Contract Managers, Stores Officers, Professionals and organizations that need practical capability in Energy, Utilities, and Infrastructure Operations.

What are the prerequisites for Procurement and Contracting for Infrastructure Projects Training?

No mandatory prerequisite is required unless stated in the course outline. Practical workplace experience in the subject area is helpful.