A specification is often described as “a statement of needs
to be satisfied by the procurement of external resources”

However, it can also be an operational requirement, a statement of requirement, a statement of service requirement or an output-based specification.

The main purpose of a specification is to provide tenderers with a clear and accurate description of the contract deliverables, thereby enabling them to offer a solution.

This seminar will examine the many factors which need to be considered when writing a procurement specification.

The event sets out:

• when to produce a specification
• who should be involved
• developing the requirement
• evaluation issues
• service levels and KPIs

Aimed at stakeholders, specifiers, procurement officers and contract managers who wish to gain a clearer understanding of the importance of drafting a compliant procurement specification, the seminar will provide attendees with information on a variety of relevant issues.

The specification is a key document in any procurement and forms the basis against which the successful contractor will be chosen.

Its final review and sign-off is therefore a key decision point in the procurement process, and it is important that those undertaking it have the necessary knowledge, authority and experience.

Who should attend?

This seminar is designed to help buyers and procurement officers develop their tendering skills, and is of relevance to:

• Procurement Officers responsible for drafting specifications
• Project Managers who are developing procurement projects
• Buyers already engaging with procurement processes
• Buyers who find the tendering process difficult to understand
• Anyone in the public sector wishing to develop their tendering skills