Modification History
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Release 2 |
New release of this Qualification released with version 6 of BSB07 Business Services Training Package.
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Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assist with contracting and procurement for a project. It covers identifying procurement and contract requirements, assisting with contractor selection, conducting contracting and procurement activities and assisting with finalisation of activities for the project.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to a project team member working under the direction of a project manager with other project team members. The individual may be operating within an organisation or as a consultant. The skills should be applied in the context of multiple complex projects, with the individual operating as part of a specialist project management team.
In the context of this unit a complex project is defined as a project which involves:
- the need for a comprehensive and multi faceted project plan
- the need for a formal internal or external communications strategy
- a dedicated and diverse project budget
- multiple administrative components
- multiple operational components
- a wide range of stakeholders
- a project operations team.
The functions performed by a worker managing a straightforward project or a section of a larger project where project management is not the main focus of the job role are covered by BSBPMG510A Manage projects.
The functions performed by a project manager to manage procurement for the whole project are addressed in BSBPMG509A Manage project procurement.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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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
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1. Assist with contract and procurement planning |
1.1. Contribute to the establishment of procurement requirements 1.2. Act under delegated authority to contribute to the development of the procurement management plan 1.3. Contribute to the development of project documentation for contract definition and formation |
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2. Contribute to contractor selection process |
2.1. Gather and evaluate information on potential suppliers 2.2. Make recommendations to assist in selection of preferred contractors 2.3. Provide contribution to the definition of agreed terms and conditions with preferred contractor/s 2.4. Assist with the development of the final tendering and contractual documentation |
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3. Conduct contracting and procurement activities |
3.1. Undertake procurement activities and maintain information so that reporting, confidentiality and audit requirements are met 3.2. Receive, reconcile and register supplies in accordance with established procedures to facilitate payment throughout project 3.3. Monitor and control contractors and suppliers and their activities for compliance with designated responsibilities, deliverables, time/cost and quality conformance and other requirements |
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4. Conduct finalisation activities |
4.1. Test and accept supplies to ensure quality and suitability for purpose 4.2. Provide assistance in the ongoing review of project outcomes using available records and information to determine the effectiveness of contracting and procurement activities 4.3. Report contracting and procurement management issues and responses to others for application in future projects |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
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Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skill and knowledge. The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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Range Statement
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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Delegated authority means: |
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Procurement activities may include: |
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Reviews may include evaluations of: |
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Records may include: |
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Others may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Management and Leadership - Project Management
