An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Procurement Management of Equipment and Works for World Bank Aided Projects
Managing Infrastructure Procurement When Seeking World Bank Financial Support
Course Introduction
Developing countries spend millions of dollars each year on purchased goods, construction and services for development purposes. Much of this money comes from International Finance Institutions such as the World Bank in the form of low-interest loans or grants. The World Bank is a vital source of such financial and technical support. In 2016, the World Bank entered into more than $16 billion in new development commitments for Investment Project Financing to assist in the funding of infrastructure or consultancy projects for transportation, water and sanitation, energy and extractives.
This specialist training course on Procurement Management of Equipment and Works for World Bank Aided Projects explores the key provisions of the new World Bank Procurement Regulations for Investment Project Financing that came into force in July 2016. The new regulations place a high importance on ensuring that World Bank funded projects will deliver Value for Money and the new Procurement Framework is structured around achieving that goal. This Oxford training course includes group work to enable participants to prepare the main strategy and procurement planning documents that the World Bank expects from public authorities that wish to apply for IPF financial support.
This training course will highlight:
- Procurement Procedures for the World Bank Financed Projects
- The New World Bank Procurement Framework
- Procedures for Soliciting Competitive Bids
- Running a Successful Procurement
- Process of Procurement Planning
Objectives
During this training course, you will learn:
- What the New World Bank procurement regulations require?
- How to competently plan and execute the entire procurement cycle?
- What you need to do to comply with the Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers?
- How to manage the processes for the procurement of equipment and works?
- How to apply sound procurement planning strategies?
Training Methodology
Dynamic, interactive and totally participant focused, this Procurement Management of Equipment and Works for World Bank Aided Projects training course will be delivered by a world class subject matter expert; whose knowledge and skills have been honed over many years working in the field of projects, procurement and contract management. Using the most up to date learning practices, current material and actual case studies, the participants will be taken on a journey of discovery by understanding the real need to develop the right processes and systems for their organisation.
Organisational Impact
The organization will benefit by having trained personnel who can understand and implement:
- The Core Procurement Principles
- Efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the procurement of goods and equipment
- Project Procurement Strategy for Development (PPSD)
- Modern procurement methods
- Evaluation of strategy options for the procurement
Personal Impact
Delegates attending this training course will learn and benefit by:
- Understanding the Modernized Procurement Framework (WBPF)
- How to request and manage Bids and Proposals?
- Best Practice in Planning a Procurement
- Provide modern and efficient procurement approaches and methods
- Understand Value-for-Money (VfM) decision making for award of contract
Who Should Attend?
This Procurement Management of Equipment and Works for World Bank Aided Projects training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit those who need a sound working knowledge of the new Procurement Framework of the World Bank, including:
- Project Management Professionals and Team Leaders that need to understand strategic procurement planning
- Technical Specialists such as engineers involved in procurement
- Professionals that need to understand the new approach to procurement financed by development organizations
- Procurement Professionals that need to understand a best practice approach to procurement
- Central Tender Board Officers
Course Outline
Day One
Many public-sector organisations in developing countries that wish to obtain financial help, face the challenges of having to understand and then apply the strict procurement regulations of the funding agency. The World Bank’s regulations and processes have recently changed, and the organisation places an increased focus on the Borrower being able to create well thought out plans that will deliver effective development results. This OXFORD Procurement Management of Equipment and Works for World Bank Aided Projects training course will cover the fundamental elements and processes involved and how the World Bank operates and what its expectations are.
Day Two
The World Bank’s New Procurement Framework
- The World Bank and Its Five Organisations
- World Bank Procurement Policy Aims and Objectives
- The World Bank’s Six Stage Project Cycle for Funded Projects
- Core Principles in the New Procurement Framework
- A New Emphasis on Value for Money
- Overview of the New Procurement Regulations
Day Three
The World Bank Project Procurement Strategy for Development (PPSD)
- Preparing the Draft PPSD
- Selecting an Appropriate PPSD Template
- Strategic Assessment of the Borrower’s Operational Context and Capability
- Developing the PPSD Supplier Market Analysis
- Carrying-out a Procurement Risk Analysis
- Turning a Needs Assessment into Development Objectives
Day Four
Developing the Borrower’s Procurement Plan
- The Procurement Cycle
- Common Abbreviations and Defined Terms
- Designing the Procurement Approach and Objectives
- Defining the Requirements and Writing the Specification
- Working with Stakeholders to Develop the Procurement Plan
- Securing the Bank’s “No Objection”
Day Five
Competitive Bidding under the New Procurement Framework
- Important Regulations about International Competitive Bidding (ICB)
- Approved Selection Methods
- Using World Bank’s Standard Procurement Documents (SPDs)
- Request for Bids
- Request for Proposals
- Use of BAFO and Negotiation
- Innovative Selection Arrangements
- Competitive Dialogue
- Public Private Partnerships
- E-Auctions
- Community Driven Development
- General and Special Conditions of Contract
- INCOTERMS
Day Six
Running an Effective Procurement for a World Bank Aided Project
- Evaluation of Supplier Bids and Proposals
- The “Substantially Responsive” Bid
- Qualifying Criteria, Pre-qualification and Initial Selection
- Using Rated Criteria
- Life Cycle Costing and other Financial Evaluation Techniques
- Selecting the Most Advantageous Bid or Proposal
- Managing Complaints and Use of the Standstill Period
- Contract Implementation to Deliver Value for Money
- The Contract Management Plan
- The Bidder Perspective
Certificate
Oxford Management Centre Certificate will be provided to delegates who successfully completed the training course.
Accreditation
In association with
Related Courses
Workshop on Feasibility Studies
Date: 06-08 Jul 2025 Location: Sharm El – Sheikh Fee: $3,900
Maintenance Audit and Site Inspection
Date: 26-30 May 2025 Location: Dubai Fee: $5,950
Certificate in Strategic Project Management
Date: 05-09 May 2025 Location: Online Fee: $3,950
The 10-Day Advanced Project Economics & Risk Management
Date: 08-19 Sep 2025 Location: Dubai Fee: $11,900
Advanced Project Economics, Risk & Decision Analysis
Date: 12-16 May 2025 Location: Dubai Fee: $5,950
Artificial Intelligence in Contract and Project Management
Date: 18-29 Aug 2025 Location: London Fee: $11,900
Primavera P6 Professional Project Management
Date: 11-15 Aug 2025 Location: Dubai Fee: $5,950
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
To check on availability please call Registrar’s Office at +971 50 985 0174. If you have any questions or enquiries please feel free to contact us
- Telephone: +971 50 985 0174
- E-mail: [email protected]
Yes, we provide assistance in securing both hotel reservations & entry visa on all our international training venues, for delegates attending our training courses. For further information / assistance, please contact our Customer Service at:
- Telephone: +971 50 985 0174
- E-mail: [email protected]
Yes, Oxford Management Centre is accredited by the following professional bodies;
National Association of State Board of Accountancy (NASBA)
The Oxford Management Centre is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit.
Yes, discounts are available. For further information please call +971 50 985 0174 or email, [email protected]
Note: Discounts are not applicable with any other special offer that may be available.
There are 2 easy ways to register:
- Online: Select the training course you want to register for, Click the “Book Your Place” button on the course page, complete the form and click submit.
- E-mail: Send your details to [email protected]
We request that all cancellations be made at least one week before the class start date. You may reschedule this class without any penalty. If not, a $250 fee will be charged for cancellations received less than one week before a class begins and for no-shows. Cancellation penalties and any fees incurred by Oxford Management Centre will be deducted from refunds.
For more information request, email [email protected] or call +971 50 985 0174.
The classroom training fees include course presentation, relevant materials, physical & digital documentation, lunch and refreshments served during entire training. Accommodation and transportation are not included in the training course fees.
While, online training fees cover the course presentation and digital documentation and relevant materials.
The Oxford Management Centre Certificate of Completion with corresponding CPE credits shall be awarded to delegates who has successfully completed the training course.
Payment must be received before the training course commences. You can make payment by bank draft, cash, credit card or wire transfer.
Note: If the payment is not received, Oxford Management Centre has the right to refuse admission.
Upon receipt of your registration form, we will send you the following by e-mail:
- Registration Confirmation
- Invoice/Receipt (where appropriate)
If you register online you will receive an e-mail within 24 hours confirming your registration.
