Operations & Supply Chain

Tendering and Bid Evaluation

Fair, transparent tendering is essential for value and compliance. This course covers the tender process from planning to award: tender strategy, specifications, evaluation criteria and weightings, bid clarifications, technical and commercial evaluation, best value analysis, award recommendations and debriefing unsuccessful bidders.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Poor evaluation methods expose organisations to challenge and poor value. You will learn to run defensible, value-focused tenders.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Evaluation exercises with sample bids, criteria design workshops, case studies of tender challenges and debrief role plays.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Plan tender strategies and timelines
Write clear specifications and requirements
Design evaluation criteria and weightings
Conduct technical and commercial evaluations
Prepare award recommendations
Debrief bidders and handle challenges

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Procurement officers and managers
Tender committee members
Contract managers
Technical evaluators
Public sector procurement staff

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Tender planning
Specification writing
Evaluation design
Bid analysis
Debriefing

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Tender Process

09:00–10:08Tender types
10:08–11:00Planning
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Planning (continued)
11:45–12:53Probity
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Specifications

09:00–10:08Output and input specifications
10:08–11:00Requirements
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Requirements (continued)
11:45–12:53Avoiding bias
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Evaluation Criteria

09:00–10:08Criteria and weightings
10:08–11:00Scoring scales
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Scoring scales (continued)
11:45–12:53Price evaluation
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Evaluation

09:00–10:08Clarifications
10:08–11:00Technical and commercial evaluation
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Technical and commercial evaluation (continued)
11:45–12:53Moderation
12:53–14:00Simulation

Day 5Award

09:00–10:08Recommendations
10:08–11:00Debriefing
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Debriefing (continued)
11:45–12:53Handling challenges
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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