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Writing Specifications for the Procurement of goods and services Training course

Write Clear, Complete Procurement Specifications

Learn how to write tender specifications that are clear, correct, complete and concise.
31 Aug – 1 Sep 2026
2 days
Online

Why Choose this course

Crafting precise tender specifications is vital for effectively communicating the necessary details for procuring goods or services. Our comprehensive course covers the organizing of specifications, highlighting the importance of structuring information effectively.

Mastering these techniques will empower you to streamline the procurement process and achieve optimal outcomes. Discover what characteristics make a specification in procurement great and why clear communication is key to success.

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What does this course cover?

  • The key drivers that determine the purpose of specifications
  • Specification language that is not open to multiple interpretations
  • The process of selecting an appropriate specification method
  • How a Statement of Need (SON) or Requirement (SOR) promotes your institution’s acquisition objectives, such as maximising value for money, quality, and performance standards
  • The procedures for sealed bid tenders: tendering instructions, conditions of tender, form of tender and contract documents
  • Evaluating quotations and tenders and the criteria for evaluating and awarding a contract
  • Contract matters: reducing risk and protecting the organisation and signatory - additional conditions other than standard terms and conditions
  • The content to be included in debriefing procedures for unsuccessful bidders
  • The stages of progressing; receiving and accepting: a check list for compliance.

Is this course for me?

Career roles we recommend this course for

  • Procurement and Supply Chain Managers
  • Commercial Specialists
  • Contract Managers
  • Sourcing Managers
  • Commodity Managers
  • Category Managers
  • Buyers
  • Purchasing Officers
  • Project Managers
  • Business Development Managers
  • Contract Administrators
  • Small Business Owners

Your course facilitator

Commerce Edge

Commerce Edge

Commerce Edge has been a leading provider of World Class Procurement and Supply Chain training since 2001. We have trained hundreds of public and private sector organisations and over 10,000 individuals on various aspects of World Class Procurement, Logistics, Operations and Planning in the context of the wider Supply Chain.

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