Applied Procurement and Contracting for QLD Public Sector

This 2-day course provides Queensland Government procurement and contract management professionals with practical skills and knowledge to navigate the complexities of public sector procurement. Designed in alignment with the Queensland Procurement Policy (QPP), the program explores key procurement principles, governance frameworks, risk management strategies, and contract execution techniques that drive value for money and deliver on the government’s priorities.

Participants will gain insights into ethical procurement, social and environmental considerations, and probity obligations, ensuring compliance with QPP’s principles of advancing government priorities, integrity, and accountability.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Queensland Public Sector procurement officers, contract managers, and project managers seeking to enhance their procurement expertise.
• Professionals involved in planning, sourcing, and managing supplier relationships in line with QPP.
• Individuals preparing for roles requiring an in-depth understanding of government procurement frameworks.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand and apply the Queensland Procurement Policy (QPP), including its guiding principles and strategic objectives.
• Navigate government procurement frameworks, including delegated authority, governance, and financial accountability.
• Develop robust procurement strategies, ensuring alignment with QPP’s commitments to local suppliers, social procurement, and ethical sourcing.
• Implement value-for-money principles, balancing price, quality, and whole-of-life cost considerations.
• Apply risk management strategies in procurement and contract execution, identifying potential risks and mitigation techniques.
• Draft and manage contracts effectively, incorporating key contractual clauses, supplier obligations, and contract performance measures.
• Ensure compliance with probity and ethical standards, including conflict of interest management and transparency in procurement decisions.