Training on Procurement of Goods, Services, and Works

Effective procurement of goods, services, and works is central to organizational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance. Transparent, well-managed procurement processes also strengthen stakeholder trust and support successful project outcomes.

This 5-day training course equips participants with practical knowledge and skills to manage procurement in line with international best practices and regulatory standards. The program covers the full procurement cycle, including planning, acquisition methods, tendering, evaluation, contract management, and ethical practices.

Participants will explore strategies for selecting suppliers, managing bids, and ensuring accountability throughout the procurement process. Case studies and practical exercises illustrate real-world challenges and solutions, enabling participants to apply procurement principles effectively in their own organizations.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to plan and execute procurement activities efficiently, manage supplier relationships, ensure compliance, and uphold transparency and accountability in all procurement processes.

Duration

 5 Days

Who Should Attend

• Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals
• Contract Managers and Project Officers
• Government and NGO Staff involved in Procurement
• Auditors and Compliance Officers
• Development Partners and Donor Agency Staff

Organizational Impact

• Strengthened compliance with procurement laws and donor regulations

• Improved efficiency and transparency in procurement processes

• Reduced risks of fraud, delays, and cost overruns

• Enhanced supplier and contractor relationship management

Individual Impact

• Better understanding of procurement principles and procedures

• Skills to manage tendering and evaluation processes effectively

• Enhanced ability to negotiate and manage contracts

• Increased career opportunities in procurement and supply chain management

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

• Understand key principles governing procurement of goods, services, and works

• Apply appropriate procurement methods and procedures

• Conduct transparent and fair tendering and evaluation processes

• Manage contracts to ensure value for money and timely delivery

• Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks

Module 1: Introduction to Procurement of Goods, Services, and Works

• Principles of procurement and regulatory frameworks

• Procurement planning and needs assessment

• Case study: Challenges in procurement

Module 2: Procurement Methods and Processes

• Procurement of goods, services, and works explained

• Open tendering, restricted tendering, request for quotations, direct procurement

• Practical: Preparing procurement plans

Module 3: Tendering and Bid Evaluation

• Preparing bidding documents

• Bid submission, opening, and evaluation procedures

• Practical: Designing bid evaluation criteria

Module 4: Contract Award and Management

• Negotiation and awarding contracts

• Monitoring supplier and contractor performance

• Case study: Contract management failures and lessons

Module 5: Ethics, Risk Management, and Compliance

• Procurement integrity and anti-corruption measures

• Risk management in procurement

• Practical: Developing a procurement risk register