This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Required Skills

report and specification writing

qualitative and quantitative research

analytical

consultation with relevant personnel

specification interpretation

negotiation with relevant internal and external people

observation of protocol and probity policies

Required Knowledge

relevant council policies procedures and codes of conduct

sustainability practices

quality assurance systems

relevant Australian and industry standards

statutory and council tender requirements

contractual processes

industrial agreements

statutory council requirements

tendering codes of practice

national competition policy

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Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated For example knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Contract authorisation process is undertaken

Appropriate advertisement is placed

Required specifications are produced

Conditions of contract are produced

Industry standard conditions of contract are applied

Confidentiality and probity are observed for both inhouse bids andor external tenders

Context of assessment

On the job or in a simulated work environment

Relationship to other unitsprerequisite or corequisite units

Prerequisite units nil

Corequisite units nil

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies

written andor oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

thirdparty reports from experienced practitioners

completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables

Resource implications

Access to a workplace or simulated case study that provides the following resources

relevant council policies and procedures

national competition policy information

Services may include:

Parameters may include:

Tendering methodology may include:

Tendering method may include:

Preparation of tender documentation may include:

Advertisement may include:

Legislative requirements may include:

Tender documents may include:

Comparative statement may include:

Formalisation may include:

Evaluation may include: