List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions. |
1. Identify tender requirements | 1.1 Review tender information and organisational procedures for tender preparation. 1.2 Analsye tender specifications and job scope and determine fit with organisational objectives. 1.3 Review resources and capacity to meet tender requirements. |
2. Complete tender documentation | 2.1 Prepare tender in line with project specifications, budget and timeline 2.2 Collate and document tender information in the required format. 2.3 Promptly disseminate tender documentation to appropriate personnel for review and modification in line with organisational procedures 2.4 Identify and correct areas of insufficient detail in line with organisational procedures |
3. Undertake bid estimation | 3.1 Detail bid estimations in the required format 3.2 Sequence work in line with project timelines, organisational procedures and environmental requirements 3.3 Develop contingency plans in line with organisational procedures. 3.4 Obtain approvals for budget and submission of tender in line with organisational requirements |
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:
accurately assess tender requirements relevant to the work context
prepare written tenders in accordance with the organisation’s style and format
use technology to prepare a well written and clear tender
use technology to store and retrieve necessary documentation
estimate and calculate time, cost, quality and quantity for a project
edit and make revisions to a tender so that it is ready for lodgement.
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
resources and how to cost them for a tender including
work
time
personnel
equipment
how to set out a budget for a tender
project planning including
specifications
scope of work
performance measures
due date
number of copies required
format of information
types of tenders and how to interpret their requirements
technology necessary for the preparation of tenders and budgets.
The following resources must be made available:
computers with software suitable for developing a tender for the industry
sample tender documents.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessor requirements
Assessors must:
hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and
be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and
be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.