Conference Objectives:

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

• Identify administration tools and the roles of the contract administrator.
• Recognize the main contractual provisions and appreciate their effects on the implementation and management of future contracts.
• Understand the importance of knowing contractual terms and conditions.
• Review techniques for solving problems as well as partnering with contractors.
• Discuss ways of using lessons learned.
• Identify Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and ways to resolve claims.

 

This conference is designed for:

All those involved in any aspect of implementing, managing or administering contracts; also those involved in any step of contract preparation and award for them to realize the importance of a well prepared contract. This program is worth 25 NASBA CPEs.

 

Conference Outline:

Principles of Contracts Definitions Legal and Business Considerations Difficulties Administration Tools Roles Issues Checklists Calendars Documents Contractual Provisions Affecting Implementation General Terms and Conditions Exceptions to Terms Special Terms and Conditions Management of Contracts in Progress Avoiding Problems: Importance of Communication Know Your Contract

Risk Allocation Hold Harmless Clauses Types of Damages Limitation of Liability Contract Administration Partnering Problem-Solving versus Confrontation Contract Interpretation Claims and Change Orders Legitimate and Not-So-Legitimate Claims Variation and Change Orders Lessons Learned How, Who, Where and When Dispute Resolution Negotiation Other Procedures