The Contract Management & Tendering in Procurement in Zurich is a professional training course designed to equip participants with best practices in contracts and supplier management.
From:
09-03-2026
Course Overview
Contract management and tendering processes are critical pillars of procurement success. Effective tendering ensures transparency, value for money, and supplier competitiveness, while strong contract management secures compliance, minimizes risks, and delivers long-term value.
This course covers tendering frameworks, bid evaluation, contract negotiation, risk management, performance monitoring, and global best practices. Participants will gain practical tools to manage procurement contracts, optimize supplier relationships, and deliver strategic sourcing outcomes.
At EuroQuest International Training, the course combines case studies, simulations, and hands-on workshops to prepare procurement professionals to excel in contract lifecycle management and tendering processes.
Key Benefits of Attending
Master tendering frameworks and supplier evaluation models
Strengthen contract negotiation and management strategies
Apply governance and compliance in procurement contracts
Mitigate risks across the tendering and contract lifecycle
Benchmark against global procurement best practices
Why Attend
This course empowers procurement leaders to optimize tendering and contract management, ensuring efficiency, transparency, and sustainable value in sourcing strategies.
Course Methodology
Expert-led lectures on tendering and contracts
Case studies of global procurement practices
Workshops on bid evaluation and negotiation
Simulations of contract and risk management scenarios
Group projects on tendering and contract roadmaps
Course Objectives
By the end of this ten-day training course, participants will be able to:
Define principles of tendering and contract management
Apply tendering processes and supplier evaluation methods
Strengthen negotiation strategies for procurement contracts
Ensure compliance with governance and legal requirements
Monitor supplier performance through contract KPIs
Manage risks and disputes in procurement contracts
Foster collaboration and trust with suppliers
Align contract management with organizational strategy
Apply digital tools for tendering and contract processes
Benchmark practices against global procurement standards
Integrate ethical and sustainable procurement practices
Design long-term strategies for contract and tender excellence
Target Audience
Procurement and sourcing managers
Supply chain and operations leaders
Contract and legal managers
Project and tendering professionals
Consultants in procurement and sourcing
Target Competencies
Tendering frameworks and supplier evaluation
Contract negotiation and management
Risk identification and mitigation
Compliance and governance in procurement
Supplier performance monitoring
Dispute resolution in contracts
Ethical and sustainable sourcing practices
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Tendering and Contract Management
Importance of tendering and contracts in procurement
Principles of transparency and value for money
Case studies of tendering success and failures
Workshop on procurement foundations
Unit 2: Tendering Frameworks and Processes
Steps in competitive tendering
Request for Proposal (RFP) and bid documentation
Evaluation criteria and scoring models
Simulation of tendering process
Unit 3: Supplier Evaluation and Selection
Tools for supplier prequalification
Bid analysis and evaluation models
Balancing cost, quality, and compliance
Practical supplier evaluation exercise
Unit 4: Contract Negotiation Strategies
Principles of negotiation in procurement
Win-win negotiation frameworks
Cultural and international negotiation challenges
Role-play on negotiation scenarios
Unit 5: Contract Structuring and Drafting
Key elements of procurement contracts
Risk allocation and liability clauses
Payment and performance terms
Workshop on contract drafting
Unit 6: Risk Management in Procurement Contracts
Identifying risks across the contract lifecycle
Risk mitigation frameworks in procurement
Dispute resolution mechanisms
Case studies of procurement risk management
Unit 7: Governance and Compliance in Tendering
Legal and regulatory frameworks for procurement
Transparency and accountability requirements
Ensuring ethical practices in tendering
Simulation on governance practices
Unit 8: Supplier Relationship Management
Building trust with suppliers through contracts
Performance monitoring and scorecards
Supplier development and collaboration
Workshop on relationship strategies
Unit 9: Digital Tools for Contract and Tendering
E-tendering platforms and procurement software
Digital contract management systems
AI and analytics in procurement contracts
Hands-on digital procurement exercise
Unit 10: Monitoring Contract Performance
KPIs for supplier and contract success
Tools for contract compliance monitoring
Reporting frameworks for procurement leadership
Simulation of performance evaluation
Unit 11: Global Best Practices in Tendering and Contracts
International benchmarks in procurement contracts
Lessons from global sourcing strategies
Adapting best practices to local contexts
Group discussion on global procurement insights
Unit 12: Capstone Contract and Tendering Project
Group-based project on tendering and contract strategy
Designing procurement roadmaps for organizations
Presenting frameworks for contract lifecycle management
Final adoption plan for organizations
Closing Call to Action
Join this ten-day training course to master contract management and tendering in procurement, enabling you to optimize sourcing, strengthen supplier relationships, and deliver sustainable organizational value.
The Contract Management & Tendering in Procurement Training Courses in Zurich provide procurement professionals with an in-depth understanding of the strategies, processes, and best practices required to manage contracts effectively and conduct successful tendering activities. Designed for procurement managers, contract specialists, supply chain professionals, and sourcing officers, these programs focus on strengthening contractual oversight, enhancing compliance, and optimizing value throughout the procurement lifecycle.
Participants explore the foundational principles of contract management, including contract planning, drafting, negotiation, performance monitoring, and risk mitigation. The courses highlight how effective contract administration ensures clarity, minimizes disputes, and strengthens supplier relationships. Through practical exercises and real-world case studies, attendees learn to manage contract obligations, evaluate supplier performance, and implement corrective actions to ensure contract success.
These tendering and procurement training programs in Zurich also provide comprehensive guidance on the tendering process—from needs assessment and specification development to supplier evaluation and award decisions. Participants gain insights into tender strategy design, transparent evaluation methodologies, and documentation best practices that support fair and competitive sourcing outcomes. The curriculum also covers governance, ethical standards, and compliance considerations essential for operating in complex and highly regulated procurement environments.
Hands-on simulations allow participants to practice tender evaluations, develop contract frameworks, and apply strategic sourcing tools to improve procurement effectiveness. Emphasis is placed on aligning contract and tendering processes with broader organizational objectives, risk management strategies, and supplier performance expectations.
Attending these training courses in Zurich offers a valuable professional development experience within a globally recognized hub for innovation, operational excellence, and strategic leadership. Participants benefit from expert-led instruction, international perspectives, and exposure to global procurement standards. Upon completion, professionals will be equipped to lead tendering processes and manage contracts with confidence—ensuring transparency, maximizing value, and supporting sustainable procurement success.