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Manage the tendering and contract administration process for a client

Manage the tendering and contract administration process for a client

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPBDN6105
State Code
OCU27
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/04/2021
Field of Education
040303 - Building Construction Management
Original Release Date
16/04/2021
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to oversee the development of tenders and subsequent awarding and management of contracts for the completion of a building project on behalf of a client post design. It requires high levels of communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills together with a detailed understanding of the construction and quality control processes required.This unit is suitable for experienced building designers draw on their broad theoretical and technical knowledge and high-level communication skills to oversee tender and contract management. This unit forms part of the licensing requirements for people engaged in building design in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare tender on behalf of client.
  • 1.1 Negotiate client expectations of role, level of service and project provisions.
  • 1.2 Determine budget, timeframe and related parameters for letting a tender to complete project construction.
  • 1.3 Prepare tender documentation that addresses requirements for the build.
  • 1.4 Identify legal advice required to finalise preparation of the tender.
  • 1.5 Establish tender process that secures a competitive number of responses.
2 Oversee selection of contractor.
  • 2.1 Review tender submissions against predetermined evaluation criteria.
  • 2.2 Seek costing advice as required from relevant professionals.
  • 2.3 Identify legal, accounting or other professional advice required to protect best interests of client.
  • 2.4 Advise client of strengths and weaknesses of all tender bids.
  • 2.5 Advise successful and unsuccessful respondents of the outcome of the tender process.
3 Award contract.
  • 3.1 Determine form of building contract appropriate to size and level of project.
  • 3.2 Establish deliverables, timelines, payment schedule, penalties, insurance and indemnity requirements for contract.
  • 3.3 Consult with contracted builder to establish business relationship and processes to monitor and guide construction.
  • 3.4 Clarify and confirm project plans and specifications with builder.
  • 3.5 Manage constraints and potential risks to ensure the best possible outcomes for the client.
  • 3.6 Assist client to conclude negotiations with preferred contractor ensuring an effective, efficient and transparent process.
4 Manage completion of building project.
  • 4.1 Monitor and report project progress and costs to client in a timely manner.
  • 4.2 Amend plans and specifications with client consent.
  • 4.3 Negotiate contract variations between client and builder.
  • 4.4 Authorise progress and other agreed payments according to performance requirements of contract.
  • 4.5 Investigate, negotiate and mediate disputes or concerns regarding quality, cost or timeliness.
  • 4.6 Meet reporting requirements during project.
5 Finalise building project.
  • 5.1 Confer with builder to correct identified building defects.
  • 5.2 Monitor and report to client corrective actions taken to address defects.
  • 5.3 Prepare final inspection report of building outcomes for client.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC061 CPPBDN8005A Manage the tendering and construction process for a client Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGI5 CPP60421 Advanced Diploma of Building Design Qualification