CM102: Mastering Complete Pre-Award Contract Management

Name: CM102: Mastering Complete Pre-Award Contract Management
Rating: 4.4 (225 reviews)

Learn essential pre-contract management principles and practices, and gain access to over 15 free MS tools

Created byKoray Demir, MRICS, PMP

Last updated 1/2026

English

What you'll learn

Learn pre-award contract management in a single course
Draft effective contracts and develop Request For Proposal (RFP)
Learn how to develop Invitation to Tender (ITT) Package
Learn how to prequalify (PQ) bidders in a better way
Discuss bid opening, technical and commercial evaluations
Tips and tactics for effective Letter of Award (LoA) and Notice to Proceed (NTP)
Learn how and when to receive key submittals from the winning bidder

Course content

8 sections • 30 lectures • 1h 39m total length

Welcome to the Course2:26
Course Sections Overview3:26
Welcome to Udemy1:13
The Most Negotiated Contract Terms2:19

Team Member's Responsibilities3:56
Planning and Drafting Contract9:42
Plan and draft contracts for RFPs by analyzing scope, timeline, cost, and risk, guiding subcontracting, legal compliance, and ITT package preparation.
Flow Down Requirements4:26
Managing Contractual Risks4:10
Liquidated Damages3:38
Define liquidated damages as contractually agreed measure for delay or non-performance, compare common law and civil law, explain penalties versus reasonable estimates, and outline when to include liquidated damages provision.
Insurance3:46
Explain insurance requirements to prevent gaps, including no exclusions, coverages like third party, professional, and employer's liability, flow-downs from the prime contract, and deductible considerations.
Short Quiz for Section 3

Bid Receipt and Initial Evaluation3:32
Learn how to receive bids, ensure confidentiality, log bids, and conduct opening, technical and commercial evaluations with a contracts team, while maintaining sealed access-controlled storage and strict closing dates.
Bid Clarification Meeting1:37
Technical and Commercial Bid Evaluations and Scoring2:54
Bids Final Scoring Presentation and Bidder Selection Decision2:31
Short Quiz for Section 5

Conducting Pre-Award Meeting2:47
Issuing Letter of Award (LoA)2:31
Signing Off the Contract2:53
Sign off the contract with proper copies, signatures, and authority checks; manage stamp tax, bidder signing order, internal approvals, and post-award regret communications.
Receiving Bonds, Guarantees, and Insurance Policies2:41
Issuing Notice to Proceed (NTP)2:14
Transfer Documents to Project Implementation Team1:58
Transfer a contract package from head office to project team, including RFP, pre-bid, bid clarification, pre-award minutes, and NTPs, along with contract copies and logs, so on-site teams track progress.
Short Quiz for Section 6

Requirements

Some knowledge on fundamentals of contract management would be perfect.
I recommend learners take my other course CM101: Mastering Post-Award Contract Management Bootcamp

Description

Ready to master pre-award contract management and take your career to the next level?
This practical, fast-paced course is designed to give you everything you need to succeed — without the fluff.

With 29 lectures across 7 easy-to-follow sections, you’ll cover the entire spectrum of pre-award contract management in just 1.5 hours. Each lecture is concise and to the point, packed with real-world insights and practical applications you can immediately use on the job.

Here’s what you’ll get inside:

High-quality video lessons with real-world examples from a practicing contract and commercial expert
Downloadable, ready-to-use tools and templates (MS Word & Excel) — no need to start from scratch
Quizzes to check your progress and solidify your learning
Direct 1-on-1 instructor support to answer your questions
Lifetime access with free updates and enhancements
Closed Captions (English) for an accessible learning experience

Practical Tools You’ll Gain Access To:

Sample Bid Evaluation Table
Procurement Routes: Advantages & Disadvantages
Comprehensive ITT (Invitation to Tender) Document Checklist
Prequalification (PQ) Questionnaire & Application Letter
Pre-bid Meeting Agenda, Site Visit Checklist & Bid Clarification Agenda
Confidentiality Agreement & Letter of Regret Templates
Insurance Policy Review Checklist
Sample Pre-Award Meeting Agenda & Letter of Award

Whether you’re just starting in procurement and contract management, or you’re a seasoned professional looking to refresh your skills, this course equips you with job-ready tools and knowledge to handle pre-award processes with confidence.

Bonus for Professionals:
You can even claim 1.5 PDUs and 1.5 CPDs towards renewing your PMI-PMP and RICS-MRICS certifications.

Enroll today to build confidence, save time with ready-to-use documents, and become the go-to professional in pre-award contract management!

Who this course is for:

Anyone who wants to learn pre-award contract management in a project
Anyone who wants to refresh or level up their pre-contract management skills
Anyone who considers to make a career change to manage tenders
Anyone who needs ready-to-use documents in native MS Word or Excel formats
PMI-PMP Certificate holders who want to earn 1.5 PDUs (PMI Talent Triangle Skill Area: Strategic and Business Management)
RICS-MRICS Certificate holders who want to earn 1.5 CPDs

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Course Introduction4 lectures • 9min

Your Organization and Fundamentals3 lectures • 16min

Developing Request for Proposal (RFP) Documents6 lectures • 30min

ITT Formation and Handling Tender5 lectures • 18min

Handling Received Bids4 lectures • 11min

Contract Awarding6 lectures • 15min

End of Course1 lecture • 1min

BONUS SECTION (Discount Code)1 lecture • 1min

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