Required skills

communication skills to

write procurement specifications in unambiguous terms

consult and negotiate with providers

write read andor sign contractual agreements that may include complexity of language and style using templates where appropriate

engage in ongoing communication with contractors that may involve explaining or clarifying written and oral information notetaking at meetings active listening and checking for understanding

provide feedback

teamwork skills to

work independently or under direction as appropriate to the situation

model team leadership approaches if appropriate

respond to diversity

refer issues to the correct person

problemsolving skills to

evaluate procurement options and select the most suitable option

assess goods or services provided against specifications

initiative and enterprise skills to apply OHS environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility practices in the context of government procurement activities

planning and organising skills to

manage contractor performance against contract requirements

make payments and manage financial arrangements

learning skills to keep uptodate with relevant procurement legislation policies and procedures

technology skills to

operate organisational IT systems

use electronic procurement templates

Required knowledge

commonwealth state or territory and local government legislation policies practices and guidelines

relating to contract management including environmental purchasing and corporate social responsibility guidance

such as OHS and equity and diversity

organisational procurement policies practices and approval processes

organisations code of conduct and code of ethics

procurement options and methods

probity and ethical issues

codes of conduct codes of practice and standards of individual behaviour relating to procuring goods and services in particular identifying and managing conflict of interest gifts and inappropriate relationships with providers

procedures for receipt and payment of goods or services

common use arrangements

procurement approval procedures

financial accountability requirements

aspects of contract law laws of tort trade practices law commercial law and other legislation relating to receipt and evaluation of offers negotiation and award of contracts

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Competency must be demonstrated in the ability to procure goods and services consistently in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to

plan a procurement activity using templates where these are available to a level of detail commensurate with the complexity and risk profile of the procurement

implement the procurement plan in a way that reflects the legislative and policy environment applicable to the organisation

develop a suitable contract management plan using templates if available

manage the performance of contractors to ensure that the goods or services are delivered in accordance with the contract

act within own delegations and refer issues to higher authority when necessary

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated by providing evidence of undertaking a range of relevant work tasks in an actual or simulated procurement environment on at least two separate occasions

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment

Access may be required to

legislation policy procedures and protocols relating to procuring goods and services

codes of conduct and codes of practice

workplace scenarios and case studies relating to a range of procurement activities

case studies that incorporate dilemmas and probity requirements relating to procurement of goods and services

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested

questions to assess understanding of relevant legislation and procedures

review of strategies selected for procurement

review of procurement plans requests for quotationtender tender evaluation plans selection reports contracts contract management plans and reports and other documentation prepared by the candidate in a range of contexts

feedback from peers or supervisors on actions taken to monitor and review contract performance

In all cases practical assessment should be supported by questions to assess underpinning knowledge and those aspects of competency which are difficult to assess directly Questioning techniques should suit the language and literacy levels of the candidate

Guidance information for assessment

Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

PSPETHCA Uphold and support the values and principles of public service

PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service

PSPGOVA Identify and treat risks

PSPGOV417A Identify and treat risks

PSPGOVA Exercise delegations

PSPGOV421A Exercise delegations

PSPLEGNA Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector

PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector

PSPPROCA Plan procurement

PSPPROC411A Plan procurement

PSPPROCA Develop and distribute requests for offers

PSPPROC412A Develop and distribute requests for offers

PSPPROCA Select providers and develop contracts

PSPPROC413A Select providers and develop contracts

PSPPROCA Manage contracts

PSPPROC414A Manage contracts.

Market assessment may include:

Evaluation of options may include:

Probity requirements:

Key elements of a commercial strategy may include:

Contractual arrangements may include:

Legislation, policy and procedures and probity requirements may include:

Stakeholders may include:

Methods for requesting and receiving offers may include:

Reporting may include:

Records may include:

Organisational purposes may include: