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CPPWMT5031
Prepare waste management service tenders

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare a detailed waste management services tender. The unit covers identifying waste management services system requirements, estimating costs, and confirming proposals and quotations with clients. It also covers presenting proposed waste management services tender to clients.

The unit supports those who work in a management role within a waste management environment.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.

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Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Analyse tender requirements.

1.1.

Tender specifications are analysed to identify waste management service requirements according to organisational and compliance requirements.

1.2.

Specific criteria and conditions are identified and analysed according to organisational and compliance requirements.

2.

Assess organisational capacity to meet tender requirements.

2.1.

Organisation’s ability to provide waste management services is assessed against tender specifications according to organisational and compliance requirements.

2.2.

Viability of tendering to provide waste management service is assessed in consultation with relevant personnel.

3.

Estimate costs of waste management services.

3.1.

Organisation’s rate schedules, industry-based labour rates and conditions to establish costing are assessed according to organisational requirements.

3.2.

Quotations are obtained from external suppliers to ensure fair comparisons between suppliers.

3.3.

Availability of labour, equipment, materials and other relevant items is confirmed according to organisational requirements.

3.4.

Site inspection is conducted to identify factors that may affect service provision, and contingencies are planned.

3.5.

Accuracy of estimate is reviewed and detailed budget is prepared according to tender specifications and organisational requirements.

4.

Prepare and lodge tender submission.

4.1.

Tender is prepared and checked for accuracy according to tender specifications, organisational and compliance requirements.

4.2.

Client is consulted on aspects of service provision, and necessary amendments are made to tender submission.

4.3.

Tender is lodged with client within designated timeframe and a copy is stored according to organisational requirements.

5.

Complete tender submission.

5.1.

Waste management services and benefits are presented to client according to organisational requirements.

5.2.

Written agreement to tender submission is confirmed by both parties according to organisational and compliance requirements.

5.3.

Tender submission and review process is evaluated to identify areas for future improvement according to organisational requirements

5.4.

Tender documents are updated and stored according to organisational procedures.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit.

The person must prepare two tenders for waste management service provision.

While preparing above waste management service tenders, the person must:

analyse tender documents to identify waste management services required by the client, including:

work site specifications and timeframes

estimating site characteristics, and past experience and special requirements for waste management

identifying potential hazards and risks

estimating costs to the organisation

assess the viability of the tender to the organisation, with consideration of:

changes to legislation and regulatory issues

competition in tender process

cost of tender preparation

equipment and labour requirements

likely profit

time constraints

ability of organisation to provide the waste management services according to tender requirements and legislation and codes

conduct a site inspection to identify factors that may affect client requirements and plan contingencies

seek quotations from external suppliers, where required, to ensure fair comparisons between suppliers

consult with clients to clarify requirements

comply with organisational requirements and legal and regulatory requirements in the preparation of tenders

store and secure all records of the tender process and submission.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

quality procedures relating to:

best practice in waste management

previous similar tender proposals

benefits and outcomes from proposed services

nature and significance of waste minimisation hierarchy

organisational rate schedules for labour, equipment, materials and services

tendering processes and submission requirements

types of waste management services and operational features, including:

waste types, streams and characteristics

waste contaminants

waste disposal and recovery methods

waste non-conformances

waste processing plant types

waste processing techniques.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

computer and relevant software, as specified by organisational requirements.

relationships with team members and supervisor:

working in a team

relationships with client:

client consultation required.

Timeframe:

as specified by organisational requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Analyse tender requirements.

1.1.

Tender specifications are analysed to identify waste management service requirements according to organisational and compliance requirements.

1.2.

Specific criteria and conditions are identified and analysed according to organisational and compliance requirements.

2.

Assess organisational capacity to meet tender requirements.

2.1.

Organisation’s ability to provide waste management services is assessed against tender specifications according to organisational and compliance requirements.

2.2.

Viability of tendering to provide waste management service is assessed in consultation with relevant personnel.

3.

Estimate costs of waste management services.

3.1.

Organisation’s rate schedules, industry-based labour rates and conditions to establish costing are assessed according to organisational requirements.

3.2.

Quotations are obtained from external suppliers to ensure fair comparisons between suppliers.

3.3.

Availability of labour, equipment, materials and other relevant items is confirmed according to organisational requirements.

3.4.

Site inspection is conducted to identify factors that may affect service provision, and contingencies are planned.

3.5.

Accuracy of estimate is reviewed and detailed budget is prepared according to tender specifications and organisational requirements.

4.

Prepare and lodge tender submission.

4.1.

Tender is prepared and checked for accuracy according to tender specifications, organisational and compliance requirements.

4.2.

Client is consulted on aspects of service provision, and necessary amendments are made to tender submission.

4.3.

Tender is lodged with client within designated timeframe and a copy is stored according to organisational requirements.

5.

Complete tender submission.

5.1.

Waste management services and benefits are presented to client according to organisational requirements.

5.2.

Written agreement to tender submission is confirmed by both parties according to organisational and compliance requirements.

5.3.

Tender submission and review process is evaluated to identify areas for future improvement according to organisational requirements

5.4.

Tender documents are updated and stored according to organisational procedures.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Compliance requirements must include:

commonwealth, state and territory legislation relating to waste management, including:

client confidentiality

environmental protection

hazardous substances and dangerous goods

indemnity to limit liability according to accepted industry practice

industry codes and standards

work health and safety and duty of care

licensing requirements.

Relevant personnel must include at least two of the following:

clients

staff

managers or supervisors

suppliers.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit.

The person must prepare two tenders for waste management service provision.

While preparing above waste management service tenders, the person must:

analyse tender documents to identify waste management services required by the client, including:

work site specifications and timeframes

estimating site characteristics, and past experience and special requirements for waste management

identifying potential hazards and risks

estimating costs to the organisation

assess the viability of the tender to the organisation, with consideration of:

changes to legislation and regulatory issues

competition in tender process

cost of tender preparation

equipment and labour requirements

likely profit

time constraints

ability of organisation to provide the waste management services according to tender requirements and legislation and codes

conduct a site inspection to identify factors that may affect client requirements and plan contingencies

seek quotations from external suppliers, where required, to ensure fair comparisons between suppliers

consult with clients to clarify requirements

comply with organisational requirements and legal and regulatory requirements in the preparation of tenders

store and secure all records of the tender process and submission.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

quality procedures relating to:

best practice in waste management

previous similar tender proposals

benefits and outcomes from proposed services

nature and significance of waste minimisation hierarchy

organisational rate schedules for labour, equipment, materials and services

tendering processes and submission requirements

types of waste management services and operational features, including:

waste types, streams and characteristics

waste contaminants

waste disposal and recovery methods

waste non-conformances

waste processing plant types

waste processing techniques.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

computer and relevant software, as specified by organisational requirements.

relationships with team members and supervisor:

working in a team

relationships with client:

client consultation required.

Timeframe:

as specified by organisational requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Tender specifications are analysed to identify waste management service requirements according to organisational and compliance requirements. 
Specific criteria and conditions are identified and analysed according to organisational and compliance requirements. 
Organisation’s ability to provide waste management services is assessed against tender specifications according to organisational and compliance requirements. 
Viability of tendering to provide waste management service is assessed in consultation with relevant personnel. 
Organisation’s rate schedules, industry-based labour rates and conditions to establish costing are assessed according to organisational requirements. 
Quotations are obtained from external suppliers to ensure fair comparisons between suppliers. 
Availability of labour, equipment, materials and other relevant items is confirmed according to organisational requirements. 
Site inspection is conducted to identify factors that may affect service provision, and contingencies are planned. 
Accuracy of estimate is reviewed and detailed budget is prepared according to tender specifications and organisational requirements. 
Tender is prepared and checked for accuracy according to tender specifications, organisational and compliance requirements. 
Client is consulted on aspects of service provision, and necessary amendments are made to tender submission. 
Tender is lodged with client within designated timeframe and a copy is stored according to organisational requirements. 
Waste management services and benefits are presented to client according to organisational requirements. 
Written agreement to tender submission is confirmed by both parties according to organisational and compliance requirements. 
Tender submission and review process is evaluated to identify areas for future improvement according to organisational requirements 
Tender documents are updated and stored according to organisational procedures. 

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