Public Procurement Law and Contract Governance Training Course

Introduction

This training course provides participants with a deep understanding of public procurement law and contract governance. It covers legal frameworks, regulatory compliance, and governance mechanisms that ensure transparency, fairness, and accountability in procurement processes.

Participants will explore the principles of public procurement, including legality, value for money, competition, fairness, and ethical procurement practices. The course emphasizes how these principles support effective governance and risk mitigation in public sector contracting.

Through case studies and practical exercises, participants will gain hands-on experience in managing procurement cycles, drafting compliant contracts, evaluating bids, and resolving disputes, ensuring procurement activities adhere to statutory and regulatory requirements.

The program also focuses on contract management and governance, highlighting monitoring, performance evaluation, compliance audits, and risk management strategies that safeguard public resources and enhance service delivery.

Emerging topics such as e-procurement, digital contracting, anti-corruption measures, and international best practices are integrated into the curriculum. Participants will understand how technology and innovation improve efficiency, transparency, and accountability in procurement processes.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to navigate public procurement laws, manage contracts effectively, apply best practices in governance, and ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical standards in public sector operations.

Duration

5 days

Who Should Attend

• Procurement officers and managers in government agencies
• Contract managers and legal counsel in public institutions
• Compliance and internal audit officers
• Project managers overseeing public contracts
• Policy makers and regulatory officers
• NGO and development professionals managing donor-funded projects
• Suppliers and contractors engaged with public sector tenders
• Procurement consultants and advisors
• Legal practitioners specializing in public procurement
• Academics and researchers in procurement and contract law

Course Objectives

• Equip participants with comprehensive knowledge of public procurement law and governance principles.
• Enhance skills to ensure transparency, fairness, and compliance in procurement processes.
• Enable professionals to manage contract lifecycles effectively, from drafting to performance evaluation.
• Develop capacity to conduct competitive bidding, evaluation, and contract award processes.
• Strengthen understanding of regulatory frameworks, statutory obligations, and procurement standards.
• Build competence in monitoring compliance, managing risks, and applying governance best practices.
• Provide practical knowledge on dispute resolution, contract amendments, and ethical procurement.
• Foster ability to implement e-procurement tools and digital contracting solutions efficiently.
• Promote skills to enhance accountability, reporting, and audit readiness in procurement and contracting.
• Enable participants to integrate legal, ethical, and operational considerations for effective contract governance.

Comprehensive Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Public Procurement Law

• Overview of public procurement legal frameworks
• Key procurement principles: transparency, fairness, value for money
• Roles and responsibilities in public procurement
• Comparative procurement systems and international standards

Module 2: Procurement Planning and Strategy

• Needs assessment and sourcing strategy
• Budgeting and financial compliance
• Planning for risk and contingency measures
• Integrating governance principles into procurement strategy

Module 3: Tendering and Competitive Bidding

• Preparing and issuing tender documents
• Bid evaluation processes and scoring
• Managing supplier prequalification and selection
• Ensuring fairness and compliance in competitive bidding

Module 4: Contract Formation and Drafting

• Key components of public contracts
• Legal considerations in contract drafting
• Clauses for risk allocation, penalties, and remedies
• Contract negotiation and approval procedures

Module 5: Contract Execution and Performance Monitoring

• Monitoring deliverables and compliance
• Performance measurement and reporting
• Supplier relationship management
• Handling variations, delays, and amendments

Module 6: Regulatory Compliance and Audit Readiness

• Compliance frameworks and statutory obligations
• Internal controls and auditing requirements
• Reporting obligations and accountability measures
• Legal consequences of non-compliance

Module 7: Risk Management in Procurement and Contracts

• Identifying and assessing procurement risks
• Risk mitigation strategies and contingency planning
• Managing financial and operational risks
• Fraud detection and prevention measures

Module 8: Ethics, Integrity, and Anti-Corruption

• Ethical procurement practices
• Conflict of interest management
• Anti-corruption frameworks and whistleblowing mechanisms
• Promoting integrity and accountability

Module 9: E-Procurement and Digital Governance

• Digital tools for procurement and contract management
• E-tendering and online evaluation systems
• Data-driven compliance and monitoring
• Emerging trends in e-procurement and governance

Module 10: Case Studies and Exercise

• Practical case studies on procurement and contract management
• Simulation of procurement challenges and problem-solving exercises
• Group presentations and recommendations
• Action planning and application of course knowledge

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue 

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The Onsite course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, buffet lunch, airport transfers, Upskill gift package, and tour.

Visa application, travel expenses, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808

Terms of Payment

Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better.