Contract Cost and Price Analysis

£5250.00

INTRODUCTION

Securing fair and reasonable pricing from contractors and suppliers is a top priority for organizations across industries. In today's dynamic business landscape, mastering cost and price analysis is essential. This training course is designed to address the challenges and opportunities in this ever-evolving environment.

This course provides valuable insights into:

  • Effectively Managing Costs and Prices in Volatile Markets

  • Achieving Competitive Pricing for Initial Contracts and Change Orders

  • Gaining Proficiency in Contractor Pricing Strategies

  • Decomposing the Components That Constitute the Price

TRAINING OBJECTIVES

This course encompasses:

  • The Significance of Price/Cost Analysis in Continuous Improvement Initiatives

  • Distinguishing Between Price and Cost Analysis

  • Establishing Criteria for Selecting the Appropriate Analysis Methodology

  • Various Methods for Price Analysis

  • Insights into Supplier Strategic Partnerships

  • Utilising Analytical Tools for Cost Drivers

  • Methods for Cost Analysis

  • Creating "Should Cost" Models

  • Exploring Different Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Models

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This comprehensive training course is ideal for:

  • Contract Managers, Contract Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, and Contract Administrators

  • Project Managers and Engineers

  • Tenders Managers

  • Buyers and Procurement Managers

  • Construction, Maintenance, and Systems Managers

  • Professionals involved in procurement and contract management, seeking to refine their skill sets or enhance their knowledge

TRAINING APPROACH

Participants will advance their competencies through diverse instructional methods. These methods include expert-led lectures, real-world case studies, article reviews, practical checklists, and collaborative group discussions. Attendees are encouraged to bring real-life problems for confidential discussion and share their industry-specific challenges. Time will be allocated for both general and one-on-one discussions with the consultant.

TRAINING OUTLINE

Day 1: Identifying Cost-Saving Opportunities

  • Strategies to Reduce the Cost of Procured Goods and Services

  • Analysing the Impact of Contracts on the Bottom Line

  • Target Areas for Cost Reduction

  • Understanding Supplier Pricing Models

  • Formulating Opportunity Hypotheses

  • Implementing Cost Reduction Reporting Protocols

  • Cultivating a Culture of Continuous Improvement

Day 2: Conducting Price Analysis

  • Distinguishing Between Cost and Price Analysis

  • Selecting the Appropriate Analysis Methodology

  • Various Techniques for Price Analysis

  • Leveraging Historical Analysis

  • Utilising Price Indexes

  • Calculating Price Changes

  • Establishing an Organisational Contract Price Index

Day 3: Conducting Cost Analysis

  • Different Techniques for Cost Analysis

  • Critical Components of Cost Evaluation

  • Examining the Significance of Supplier Overheads

  • Crafting "Should Cost" Models

  • Requesting Supplier Cost Information

  • Addressing Challenges in Analysing Supplier Cost Structures

  • Determining Appropriate Profit Margins

Day 4: Additional Valuation Criteria

  • Industry-Specific Analysis

  • Global Labor Rate Variations

  • Navigating Currency Exchange Rate Fluctuations

  • Models for Assessing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

  • Strategies for Process Reengineering to Reduce Costs

  • Implementing Cost-Volume-Profit (CVP) Analysis

  • Understanding the Essence of Value Analysis

Day 5: Managing Contract Pricing in Fluctuating Markets

  • Adapting to Economic Volatility

  • Exploring Contract Economic Adjustment Clauses

  • Harnessing Continuous Improvement Techniques

  • Embracing Early Supplier Engagement

  • Enhancing Supply Chain Efficiency

  • Reporting Significant Cost Savings Opportunities

  • Seizing Immediate Cost Savings Initiatives

Certificate of Completion: Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Al-Majd Pathways Centre (APC).