Organization: International Law Institute
Registration deadline: 06 Jun 2016
Starting date: 06 Jun 2016
Ending date: 17 Jun 2016
2016 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION
DATES:JUN 6 - 17, 2016TUITION:$3950
Overview
The course focuses on providing the knowledge and skills necessary to administering and managing a contract. The course also will discuss and examine FIDIC Contracts, which are increasingly being used by international construction agencies and Multilateral Development Banks, including the World Bank. In a time when contracts awarded by government and commercial entities are increasingly complex and involve sophisticated technology, a firm understanding of contract administration and management is vital to success. Through lectures, discussions and case studies, the course will examine contracts in the award and performance phases from the purchasers' and contractors' viewpoints.
The seminar is intended for project managers, contract managers, professionals from government ministries and agencies, consulting professionals, legal advisors, and all involved in the implementation and management of a contract.
Course Outline
Managing the Contract
Types, forms, and terms of contracts (including Donor Contracts)
Procurement
Concepts and principles of contract law
Key legal definitions and terms
FIDIC and other types of contracts
Contract price and payments
Contract Negotiations
Negotiation objectives
How to negotiate
Contract Administration
Roles, responsibilities and authorities
Communications and teamwork
Monitoring contracts
Administering consulting contracts
Filing records and audits
Payment schedules
Cost control
Changes to the contract requirements
Managing Contractor Performance
Reporting
Issue management
Poor performance
Managing quality assurance of deliverables
Performance evaluation
Performance incentives
Performance and Scheduling Management
Baseline tracking
Integrated change control
Management of quality assurance and non-compliance
Risk and issue management
Management handover and contract closure
Documentation management
Claims Management
Understanding claims and why they arise
How to process and assess a claim
Dispute mechanisms in the contract
Dispute mechanisms under FIDIC
Managing arbitration
Dispute resolution
Course Advisor
Geoffrey T. Keating has been counsel to contractors, engineers, public and private owners and sureties for over 35 years. His practice emphasizes public works projects and international infrastructure. Mr. Keating advises on U.S. government contract regulations and international contract policy and terms. He prepares and negotiates EPC and other contract documents, assists clients with preparing and defending claims and serves as an arbitrator. He has conducted training on World Bank guidelines, international contracts and dispute resolution for governments and international organizations around the world. Through ILI, he has served as an advisor on public contracting policy and training to the governments of Iraq, China, and Vietnam.
How to register:
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