Achieving value for money - April
This course builds on APS officials' knowledge of the Commonwealth Procurement Framework and Procurement Lifecycle by focusing on the core rule of the CPRs – to achieve value for money in procurement.
This course supports APS officials' to effectively achieve value for money in relevant phases in the procurement lifecycle and demonstrate value for money across the life of a contract or arrangement. This includes thinking strategically about the approach and broader policies to consider when making value for money recommendations to delegates.
This learning experience has been provided by the Department of Finance.
Participant benefits
Building on outcomes of the procurement basics and contract management basics courses, participants will be able to:
- Explain what value for money is in the context of government procurement and apply that thinking to evaluation of tender responses.
- Describe when and how to consider value for money across the procurement lifecycle, including when defining the procurement need, managing risk, and considering costs beyond the up-front financial cost.
- Describe how effective contract management increases value for money outcomes.
- Explain the importance of good record keeping in justifying value for money decisions.
Suitable for
All staff. Suitable for officials who are new to procurement, may need a refresher, or who want to move to a role in procurement. It will benefit officials working in procurement on an ad hoc basis, regular procurers, and delegates.
Category and User Level
This learning experience is part of the Commonwealth Procurement and Contract Management Training program and aligns with the Implementation & Services Craft at the Practitioner level.
Price
Free of charge.
Face-to-screen considerations
- Prior to the session start date, it is suggested that you check if your agency’s network has any restrictions using any virtual classroom platform. If you are unable to access the virtual classroom platform on your work device or network, you will need to use a personal device.
- Please ensure you have access to a working camera and microphone to participate.
How to register - Additional Information
- To enrol in this session you will need a valid APSLearn profile.
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