Practical Commissioning

Objective

A one day training course for delegates who need to understand the commissioning process.

Content

Introduction

• An overview of the service commissioning process
• The role of the commissioner
• Skills required of the commissioner

Market Management

• Researching and developing the market
• The value of “soft market testing” in commissioning

Defining the Requirement

• Stakeholder consultation
• Developing the service model or specification
• Output and outcome service models

Turning the strategy into reality – developing the processes

• Collaborative commissioning
• The commissioning/procurement Cycle

Procurement within the Commissioning Process

• Objectives of tendering
• Selecting the tendering process

Preparing tender documents

• Invitation to Tender
• Conditions of Contract

Managing the tendering process

• Selecting Tenderers
• Issuing the ITT

Evaluating tenders

• Developing an effective evaluation process
• Post tender negotiation

Provider Management

Conclusions and Questions

Format

This is an interactive session that includes presentation, discussion, practical examples and case studies.  All delegates will receive a comprehensive delegate handbook and supporting CD.