The development of invitations to tender comprising of specifications, applicable key performance indicators, contract terms, pricing schedule and other schedules

Compile timely and accurate invitations to tender taking into account the requirements of stakeholders

Approaches to supply market research/early supplier engagement/pre-contract dialogue

Carry out and record discussions with suppliers and markets in appropriate circumstances to develop improved commercial and technical solutions

The use of prequalification questionnaires

Develop and transmit prequalification questionnaires to potential suppliers and check the details included in completed returns

Prequalification of suppliers using eRegistration or eTendering systems

Review potential suppliers completing the prequalification process. Make recommendations for participation in the tendering process

The submission of tenders

Check the details that have been included in tenders completed by potential suppliers and refer any discrepancies to colleagues or suppliers

Tender evaluation activities based on defined evaluation or award criteria

Assess tender proposals against defined evaluation criteria. Make recommendations for the tender award based on outcomes of the assessment

The importance of communicating the acceptance of submitted tenders to suppliers

Complete tender award documentation notifying unsuccessful and successful suppliers

Regulations that impact tendering activities

Advise on regulations that affect the tendering process