Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the competency and skills required to prepare and submit a tender in the furnishing industry. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Identify opportunity to provide goods and/or services |
1.1. Opportunities that are within the operational scope of the business unit or organisation are identified 1.2. Organisational resources which are available, or expertise which may be accessed, is identified and matched to opportunities 1.3. The feasibility of undertaking the proposed project/work is assessed and approval is sought according to organisational policy and procedures |
2. Analyse tender requirements |
2.1. Tender specifications and scope of tender requirement is identified and clarified with the originator if required 2.2. Proposed methodology for satisfying the request is developed 2.3. Required resources are identified and their availability confirmed with the provider in accordance with organisational procedures 2.4. Methodology is adjusted to accommodate the availability of resources and expertise available |
3. Prepare a tender estimate |
3.1. Estimate is prepared, taking all requirements into account and providing for contingencies as required by organisational policies, procedures and requirements 3.2. Costing of estimate conforms to organisational policies and procedures 3.3. The estimate satisfies the total requirement. Where this cannot be provided, an explanation/compromise/option is identified 3.4. Estimate is checked for accuracy and detail in accordance with organisational procedures |
4. Submit a tender |
4.1. Tender is prepared in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 4.2. Tender addresses required details and meets originator's requirements 4.3. Tender is submitted within the required timeframe in the form required by the request 4.4. Organisational requirements for record keeping and documentation of tenders are completed |
5. Review tender process |
5.1. Changes and variations to the tender are negotiated to meet the needs of the client and the organisation in accordance with contractual arrangements, organisational policy, procedure and delegated authority 5.2. The tender content and process is reviewed and evaluated, using the outcome and the feedback provided by client and stakeholders 5.3. Procedures are adjusted if required to improve subsequent bids |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Critical aspects of evidence |
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Resource implications |
Access to Requests for Tender, previous tenders and outcomes, information relating to relevant resources, appropriate staff/advisers and supporting technology. |
Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts. Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and/or samples of work and questioning on underpinning knowledge. Assessment should be conducted over time and will generally be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency. |
Context of assessment |
Assessment may occur on the job or in a simulated workplace facility with relevant equipment, simulated work instructions and deadlines. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Unit scope |
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Unit context |
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Workplace environment |
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Information and procedures |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Furnishing Technology |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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