By the end of the program, participants will be able to: Identify the contracting stages from setting the scope of work to awarding the contract. Prepare the scope of work and specifications as well as plan the evaluation process. Evaluate in-depth the process of preparing tenders and selecting potential suppliers. Identify the issues involved in assessing tenders for quality as well as value for money including e-auction. Apply several approaches to bid evaluation using criteria, weights and scoring measures. This program is designed for: All those involved in the early stages of contracting in order for them to review and have a full understanding of the tendering process as well as the different approaches to tender evaluation and assessment.