Writing Effective Specifications in Procurement

Your essential guide to spending public money effectively, compliantly and sustainably.

Clear and well-structured specifications are essential to successful procurement outcomes. This practical workshop focuses on how to develop effective specifications that support value for money, reduce risk and improve contract delivery.

Participants will explore how specifications are developed within the Scottish public sector procurement framework, including the use of outcome-based approaches, performance measures and sustainability considerations

Who is this course for

This course is suitable for:

• Procurement professionals
• Staff developing specifications for tender documents
• Contract managers
• Professionals involved in service design or procurement planning/

What you will learn

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

• Draft clear and effective specifications for tender documentation
• Understand the impact of poorly written specifications on contract outcomes
• Apply outcome-based approaches to specification development
• Identify and avoid common pitfalls in specification writing
• Understand the role of KPIS and performance measures within specifications

The session forms part of a wider professional development programme in Scottish public procurement. Visit the Scotland Excel Academy for information on our full range of courses.

Courses can be booked by anyone working within the Scottish public sector and registered Scottish charities. Courses are not open to the private sector or any organisations outside of Scotland. For further details on eligibility, please contact academy@scotland-excel.org.uk