Two Training Classes in June: 1) Public Works Bidding and Contracting 2) Developing and Managing RFPs and RFQs

I will be teaching the following two training classes in June at the locations indicated below, sponsored by WCIA (Washington Cities Insurance Authority):

Public Works Bidding and Contracting

• When:  June 3-4, 2013 (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)

• Where: Mukilteo, Washington (Mukilteo Water & Wastewater District, 7824 Mukilteo Speedway)

• Cost:  Free for WCIA members; $175 for non-WCIA members

• Instructor:  Mike Purdy 

• Class Outline: 
• Types of Public Contracts
• What is a Public Work?
• Small Works Rosters
• Developing Bid Documents
• Bid Receipt and Opening
• Bonds and Insurance
• Bid Responsiveness
• Bidder Responsibility
• Bidding and Award
• Prevailing Wages
• Change Orders
• Retainage and Contract Close-out
• Relevant Laws

• Registration:  Click here.

Developing and Managing RFPs and RFQs (in 2 locations)

• When:  June 12, 2013 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
• Where: Mukilteo, Washington (Mukilteo Water & Wastewater District, 7824 Mukilteo Speedway)

• When:  June 18, 2013 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
• Where:  Spokane, Washington (Enduris Professional Center, 1610 S. Technology Blvd)

• Cost:  Free for WCIA members; $115 for non-WCIA members

• Instructor:  Mike Purdy 

• Class Outline: 
• When to Use and RFP vs. RFQ
• Solicitation Methods
• Developing Evaluation Criteria
• Writing Scopes of Work
• Managing the Solicitation Process
• Conflicts of Interest
• Cost and Price Analysis
• Advertising Issues
• Pre-Submission Meeting
• Receiving and Opening Proposals
• Evaluation Committee and Evaluating Proposals
• Managing Interviews
• Recommending Award
• Contract Negotiations

• Registration:  Click here. 

Questions?  Please contact me if you have any questions about the classes.

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