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Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the conduct of a cost-benefit analysis and the preparation of written or oral quotations to provide goods or services to others. It includes clarifying requirements, establishing costs and availability of resources, preparing estimates, preparing and submitting quotations and taking follow-up action.
In practice, providing a quotation may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as acting ethically, complying with legislation, applying government processes, gathering and analysing information, using resources, etc.
This is one of 2 unit of competency in the Working in Government Competency Field dealing with quoting/tendering for work. The related unit is:
- PSPGOV603B Develop a tender submission response
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Application of the Unit
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements are the essential outcomes of the unit of competency. |
Together, performance criteria specify the requirements for competent performance. Text in bold italics is explained in the Range Statement following. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 . Clarify requirements |
1.1 Requirements are confirmed with the funder/purchaser in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 1.2 Market research is conducted in accordance with legislation, policy and procedures to confirm the viability of providing a quotation. |
2 . Establish costs and availability of resources |
2.1 Costs for labour, equipment or materials are obtained in accordance with organisational policy and procedures and included in the quotation in full. 2.2 Availability of equipment, materials or personnel is confirmed for the timeframe required. 2.3 Infrastructure costs to the organisation of providing the goods or services are included. 2.4 Cost or benefit from any asset disposal at the conclusion of the contract is included. |
3 . Prepare estimate |
3.1 Estimate is prepared to take account of all requirements and allow for contingencies. 3.2 Estimate is structured to provide for cost recovery or to return a profit according to legislation, policy and procedures. 3.3 Costs are estimated to enable provision of goods or services to the standards required by the client . 3.4 Estimate is checked for accuracy and detailed in accordance with organisational procedures and client requirements. |
4 . Prepare and submit quotation |
4.1 Quotation is prepared in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 4.2 Required details are included to meet client requirements. 4.3 Quotation is submitted within required timeframe. 4.4 Organisational recordkeeping requirements for providing quotations are met. |
5 . Take follow-up action |
5.1 Changes and variations to the quotation are negotiated to meet the needs of the client and the organisation, in accordance with policy, procedure and delegated authority. 5.2 Proposal, outcome and preparation process are evaluated using feedback from a range of stakeholders and the results are used to improve subsequent quotations. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Skill requirements Look for evidence that confirms skills in:
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Knowledge requirements Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:
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Evidence Guide
The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package. |
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Units to be assessed together |
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Overview of evidence requirements |
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
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Resources required to carry out assessment |
These resources include:
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Where and how to assess evidence |
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
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For consistency of 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 |
Range Statement
The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here. |
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Legislation , policies and procedures may include: |
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Services quoted may include: |
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Clients may include: |
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Stakeholders may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Working in Government.