Course Title: Prepare and evaluate tender documentation

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2024

Course Code: BUIL6433C

Course Title: Prepare and evaluate tender documentation

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.

Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.

School: 530T Built Environment and Sustainability

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5415 - Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

Course Contact: Matthew Sweeney

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4105

Course Contact Email: matthew.sweeney@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Damian Di Rosa

damian.di.rosa@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 20

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to evaluate project and contract requirements and prepare and formalise tender documentation in the building and construction industry. This includes interpreting, compiling and documenting essential project information and demands into a final tender document.

It applies to builders, estimators and managers in the building and construction industry who have a responsibility for evaluating and preparing tenders for residential and commercial projects.

 

 

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	CPCCBC4013 Prepare and evaluate tender documentation
Element:	1. Research project requirements
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Gather relevant information for tender preparation from current and approved project plans, specifications and project documentation. 1.2 Select appropriate contracts and tender documents. 1.3 Identify and record risks during evaluation of contracts and tender documents.
Element:	2. Prepare tender documentation
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Collate all information for tender preparation and check for accuracy. 2.2 Prepare tender documentation to correspond with selected contracts and organisational processes and procedures.
Element:	3. Attach supporting documentation
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Select and accurately complete relevant documentation required to submit with the tender. 3.2 Attach vital information, drawings, specifications or other supporting evidence to the tender document. 3.3 Prepare and attach client acceptance forms and any amendments and conditions to the tender or contract.
Element:	4. Obtain tender approval or endorsement
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Conduct final evaluation of completed tender documentation. 4.2 Complete appropriate client contract for the project. 4.3 Provide tender documentation to the appropriate staff member for approval or endorsement. Foundation Skills

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements. 

Details of Learning Activities

The total number of scheduled hours of teaching, learning and assessment involved in this course includes all planned activities (face to face classes, lectures, workshops and seminars; online learning and other forms of structured teaching and learning). It also covers the amount of effort necessary to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, observation of work performance, discussions with supervisors and others providing third party evidence and one on one and group assessment sessions with students.

You will be able to access course information and learning materials through the Learning Hub and may be provided with additional materials in class. Lists of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. You will also use equipment and software packages in the laboratory for the project work. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.

Teaching Schedule

Session/Date

Theme

Assessments

 

Session 1 15-21 July	This session will provide an introduction to the construction legal requirements cluster and will outline how the cluster will be delivered and assessed over the semester. Students will be introduced to a brief overview of the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor. Discuss steps and things to consider when deciding to establish a construction business.	Assessment 1: Released Assessment 2: Released Assessment 3: Released Assessment 4: Released   AT1
Session 2 22-28 July	This session will focus on business policy and procedures – compliance with taxation, superannuation, insurance requirements and obligations to fair trade practice	AT1
Session 3 29 July - 4 August	This session will focus on working on, manage relevant regulations relating to OHS, welfare and workers comp, return to work policy, Recruitment, and  environmental legislation. We will discuss the requirements of AT1 and the presentation	AT1
Session 4 5-11 August	During this session we will recap weeks 1-3, and conduct presentations for AT1 in class	AT1 Due
Session 5 12-18 August	Introduction and brief overview to what will be covered in regard to Residential & Commercial Tenders. What is a tender? Request for tender. Relevant building and construction regulations, codes and standards and the type of contract required to be prepared for the tenders.	AT2
Session 6 19-25 August	This session will cover tender documents e.g. - tender supporting documentation - Bill of quantities - Plans and drawings - Building information modelling	AT2
Session 7 26 August - 1 September	This session will cover the following:   - Identification of the class of building relevant to the tender submission. - Project risks associated with tendering. - how to create the tender submission document after receiving the RFT documentation.            - Evaluation, approval, and endorsement process prior to submission of tender documentation	AT2
Mid-semester break 2-6 September
Census DateLinks to an external site. 2 September	Census date is important, because if you miss the census date you might have to pay for study that you don’t want or need to do.
Session 8 9-15 September	This session will allow time for students to create their templates and work on their tender submission drafts for both the residential and commercial tender	AT2
Session 9 16-22 September	This session will cover the interim tender submissions presented by students and seek feedback (consultation process outlined by teacher).  Then amend documentation according to feedback.	AT2
Session 10 23-29 September	This session will cover the interim tender submissions presented by students and seek feedback (consultation process outlined by teacher).  Then amend documentation according to feedback. Discuss for clarity AT2 part 1 & part 2	AT2 Due
AFL Grand Final public holiday (Friday) 27 September
Session 11 30 September - 6 October	In this session we will cover: -What constitutes a legally binding contract. -The various types of contracts and selecting appropriate contract to the type of construction -what constitutes a breach of contract -Termination of contracts   A discussion will be held around the requirements for AT3	AT3
Session 12 7-13 October	In this session we will cover the -The documents included in the contract -Progress payments and extensions of time -Project/contract variations   A discussion will be held around the requirements of AT3 Part 2	AT3
Session 13 14-20 October	In this session we will cover: -Resolving contract disputes -Defects liability according to contract -Issuing appropriate certificates at completion of works   A discussion will be held around the requirements of AT3 Parts 3 & 4	AT3
Session 14 21-27 October	In this session students will continue to recap content they have learned in weeks 1-14. Students will be allowed time to prepare for AT4 and have the opportunity to seek clarification on any content previously covered in preparation of AT3.	AT3 Due
Session 15 28 October - 3 November	In this session students will continue to recap content they have learned in weeks 1-14. Students will be allowed time to prepare for AT4 and have the opportunity to seek clarification on any content previously covered in preparation of AT4. AT 4 will be conducted in a classroom environment under test conditions and due by end of last session	AT 4 Due by end of last face to face session
Session 16 4-10 November	This session is allocated to students requiring resubmission of assessment tasks 3 and 4	AT3 & AT4 resubmissions due this week
Tuesday 5th November PUBLIC HOLIDAY Melbourne Cup
Session 17 10-16 November	This session is allocated to moderation and resubmission of assessment at discretion of the moderation panel
Session 18 17-23 November	This session is allocated to moderation and resubmission of assessment at discretion of the moderation panel
Official Results Release DateLinks to an external site. 2 December	Results released on this date

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

All required resources will be provided in Canvas.

Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS. 

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1: Registration of Business 

Assessment Task 2: Tender Evaluation 

Assessment task 3: Contract preparation and variations

Assessment Task 4: Knowledge Questions 

Assessment Matrix

CPCCBC4013 Prepare and evaluate tender documentation
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element 1 Research project requirements
1.1	Gather relevant information for tender preparation from current and approved project plans, specifications and project documentation.				1, 2	1, 2					1
1.2	Select appropriate contracts and tender documents.				2	2
1.3	Identify and record risks during evaluation of contracts and tender documents.				2	2					7
Element 2 Prepare tender documentation
2.1	Collate all information for tender preparation and check for accuracy.				3, 5	3, 5					2
2.2	Prepare tender documentation to correspond with selected contracts and organisational processes and procedures.				4, 6	4, 6
Element 3 Attach supporting documentation
3.1	Select and accurately complete relevant documentation required to submit with the tender.				4, 7	4, 7					1, 2
3.2	Attach vital information, drawings, specifications or other supporting   evidence to the tender document.				7	7					1, 2
3.3	Prepare and attach client acceptance forms and any amendments and conditions to the tender or contract.				5, 6, 7	5, 6, 7
Element 4 Obtain tender approval or endorsement.
4.1	Conduct final evaluation of completed tender documentation.				5, 6	5, 6
4.2	Complete appropriate client contract for the project.				6	6
4.3	Provide tender documentation to the appropriate staff member for approval or endorsement.				6, 7	6, 7
Foundation Skills
As well as the foundation skills explicit in the performance criteria of this unit, candidates require:
reading skills to:
extract and comprehend relevant information from complex document text				Part 1	Part 2
technology skills to:
use tools and devices to communicate and collaborate effectively with others				2, 3, 7	2, 3, 7
use equipment and programs to access and extract information and develop relevant documentation.				Part 1	Part 2
Performance Evidence
To demonstrate competency, a candidate must meet the elements and performance criteria of this unit by preparing tender documents for two contracts, with one being for a residential project and one for a commercial project.
In doing this, the candidate must:
source and check relevant plans, specifications and tender documentation for currency and amendments				1, 2, 3	1, 2, 3
evaluate risk associated with the tender process.				2	2					7
Knowledge Evidence
To be competent in this unit, a candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
relevant government building and construction regulations, codes and standards				1.7	1,7
structure and operations of the organisation’s costing, tendering and contracting system										4
tender documents and supporting documentation:
artist’s impressions										1
building information modelling (BIM)										1
product information				4	4
promotional materials				4	4
reports and findings beneficial to the organisation										1
project risks associated with tendering:
breach of contract										7
project delays										3
payment disputes										3
delays in progress payments										7
circumstances, such as:
delivery delays that extend project completion dates										7
labour shortages										7
weather										7
exposure through clauses that work against the organisation										3
failure to adequately anticipate labour or materials costs										5, 6, 7
inappropriate funding levels and funding shortfalls										3
industrial disputes through misunderstandings or overt action										8
risk of default or non-performance of key players										7, 19
types of building and construction drawings and specifications				2	2					10, 24
types, scope and usage of labour through the employee and subcontractor systems				4	4					5, 6
using appropriate costing software programs.				4	4					7,

Other Information

Attendance Requirement - 85% for all students

Resubmission Policy: To pass this course, students must achieve a Satisfactory (S) result for all their Assessments (and parts of those assessments).

Students who do not achive a Satisfactory (S) result for their entire original submission for an Assessment will be provided with 1 (one) more submission opportunity (e.g. the resubmission) with a specific due date by their assessor. Students must achive a Satisfactory (S) result on their resubmission for that Assessment, by the due date given to them by their Assessor. 

Students who fail to submit their assessment by the due date will be issued a DNS (Did Not Submit) result which will not be overturned by teaching or managing staff. A DNS result will be overturned based on an approved Extention of Time or approved Special Consideration.

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:

• Relevant
• Current
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course

Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
 

Study and learning Support:

Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you.
Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:

- Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- Maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support

Equitable Learning Services (ELS):

If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).

Late submission:

If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.


Special consideration:

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration

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Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.

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