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Home Programs Contracts Management Contract Administration: Understanding and Implementing Contractual Obligations
Contract Administration: Understanding and Implementing Contractual Obligations
Program Objectives:
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
  • Identify the major activities and steps of contract administration.
  • Identify administration tools and the roles of the contract administrator.
  • Recognize the main contractual provisions and appreciate their effects on the implementation and management of future contracts.
  • Understand the importance of knowing contractual terms and conditions.
  • Demonstrate the importance of partnership and negotiation in contract administration.
  • Explain the different types of claims, damages and liabilities.
  • Identify Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and ways to resolve claims.
This program is designed for:

All those involved in any aspect of implementing, managing or administering contracts; also those involved in any step of contract preparation and award in order for them to realize the importance of a well prepared contract.

This program is worth 30 PDUs.

Fees in US$:

Per participant $3,800
Frequent nomination $3,420

(including coffee breaks and a buffet lunch daily)

Discount Plans, Refunds & Cancellations Policy
Locations & Dates:
12 - 16 Feb 2012
Dubai, English
Completed
03 - 07 Jun 2012
Dubai, English
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28 Oct - 01 Nov 2012
Abu Dhabi, English
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Meirc reserves the right to alter dates, content, venue and trainer with a reasonable notice time.
One extra free place for every 2 paid nominees
Delivery Type: Group-Live
Pre-requisites: None
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Program Outline

Principles of Contracts

  • Objectives and Definitions
  • Defining Contract
  • Elements of a Contract
  • Difficulties Encountered in Contract Administration
  • Contract Framework
  • Contract Administration Major Steps
  • Competencies of Contract Administrators

Administration Tools

  • Purpose of Contract Administration
  • Information Needed for Administering a Contract
  • Tools and Techniques for Contract Administration
  • Dissection of Contract
  • Checklists
  • Calendars
  • Documents
  • Roles and Responsibilities of Contract Administrators
  • Roles and Responsibilities of Team Members
  • Issues
  • Developing Schedule and Cost Plans
  • Developing Milestones Charts

Contractor Evaluation

  • On-Going Assessments
  • Evaluating Contractor's Performance
  • Contractual Provisions Affecting Implementation
  • Managing Contracts in Progress
  • Know your Contract
  • Performance Indicators
  • Avoiding Problems: Importance of Communication
  • Status and Progress Reporting

Partnership with Contractor

  • Objectives of Partnership
  • Elements of Partnerships
  • Advantages and Disadvantages

Negotiation

  • Planning Negotiation
  • Trading Concessions
  • Communication
  • Negotiation Preparation
  • Negotiation Guidelines

Claims and Disputes

  • Breach of Contract
  • Types of Damages
  • Remedies
  • Limitations of Liability
  • Changes and Modifications
  • Claims and Variation Orders
  • Force Majeure
  • Disputes
  • Lessons Learned; How, Who, Where and When

Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Negotiation
  • Mediation
  • Conciliation
  • Arbitration

Contract Termination

  • Termination for Default
  • Termination for Convenience