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SUMMARY:RFQs for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\nThis course positions Request for Quotations (RFQs) as a powerful\, strategic launchpad into the world of tendering and a smart way for emerging and growing businesses to start winning opportunities with confidence. If you want to enter procurement professionally\, build credibility quickly\, and position your business for bigger contracts\, this course is for you. \nYou will gain clarity on what an RFQ is\, why it matters\, and how to navigate the RFQ process like a pro. You’ll learn how to spot the right opportunities\, interpret client requirements accurately\, and prepare polished\, competitive quotations and persuasive cover letters that showcase your value. \nWe equip you with submission best practices\, so your quotations are not just compliant\, but compelling\, well-presented\, and delivered on time helping you stand out from the competition. \nMost importantly\, you will learn how to use RFQs strategically to grow your business by building a strong portfolio\, securing testimonials\, and expanding your professional network. Through practical insights\, real-life examples\, and interactive Q&A\, you will leave ready to use RFQs with confidence\, strategy\, and purpose as a clear pathway into successful tendering. \n  \n\n\n\nWhat You Will Learn\n\n\n\n#\nTopic\n\n\n1\nWhat is an RFQ?\n\n\n2\nImportance of RFQs in Business\n\n\n3\nUnderstanding the RFQ Process\n\n\n4\nTypical RFQ Structure\n\n\n5\nFinding RFQ Opportunities\n\n\n6\nEvaluating RFQ Suitability\n\n\n7\nUnderstanding Client Requirements\n\n\n8\nCrafting a Professional Quotation\n\n\n9\nWriting a Persuasive Cover Letter\n\n\n10\nSubmission Best Practices\n\n\n11\nLeveraging RFQs for Business Growth\n\n\n12\nBuilding a Portfolio\n\n\n13\nExpanding Your Network\n\n\n14\nQ&A and Wrap-Up\n\n\n15\nOpen Q&A Session\n\n\n16\nSummary of Key Takeaways\n\n\n17\nNext Steps and Additional Resources\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bidconsultancy.co.za/event/rfqs-for-beginners-4/
LOCATION:Zoom (Virtual)
CATEGORIES:RFQs
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260325T180000
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SUMMARY:Art of Tendering & Pricing: Virtual (Session 1)
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Art of Tendering and Pricing is a practical\, results-driven training designed to give you clarity\, confidence\, and control over the entire tendering process from reading the tender to submitting a competitively priced bid. \nThis programme equips you with a clear\, step-by-step approach to understanding both public and private sector tenders\, meeting compliance requirements\, and avoiding costly mistakes that lead to disqualification. You will learn how to read\, vet\, and plan for tenders strategically\, ensuring your submissions are structured\, responsive\, and professional. \nOn the pricing side\, you will gain a solid understanding of cost vs price\, what influences tender pricing\, and how to build realistic\, competitive\, and profitable rates. You will also learn how to interpret the scope of work and specifications\, and apply the right pricing strategies to protect your margins. \nBy the end of this training\, you will be able to: \n\n Compile compliant tender submissions with confidence\n Assess risks before bidding\n Understand how tenders are evaluated\n Price tenders strategically and profitably\n Align your pricing with the scope and specifications\n Avoid tender scams and common bidder mistakes\n\nThis training gives you the tools to bid smarter\, price better\, and position your business for more opportunities and sustainable growth. \n  \nWhat You Will Learn\n\n\n\n# \nThe Art of Tendering (Session 1)\nThe Art of Pricing  (Session 2)\n\n\n1 \nWhat is Tendering \nWhat is Pricing \n\n\n2 \nTypes of Tenders \nWhat is Cost \n\n\n3 \nTendering Processes \nCost vs Price \n\n\n4 \nPublic Sector Tenders vs Private Sector Tenders \nFactors that Influence Pricing (Tender Spec/TOR) \n\n\n5 \nThe Importance of Compliance \nFactors that influence Pricing (Market) \n\n\n6 \nWhere to Source Tenders \nMethod of execution and its influence on pricing \n\n\n7 \nSaving the tender Document \nFirm Tender Prices \n\n\n8 \nTender Format \nNon-Firm Tender Prices \n\n\n9 \nReading the Tender Effectively \nContract Price Adjustment \n\n\n10 \nVetting the Tender Document \nPricing strategies \n\n\n11 \nTender Risk Assessment \nFactors that determine the price \n\n\n12 \nTender Briefings \nUnits of measurements \n\n\n13 \nTender Planning \nCalculation of the Specific Goals and Price points \n\n\n14 \nStationery you need \nFactors that cause an increase in price \n\n\n15 \nCompany Info \nTender validity Period \n\n\n16 \nCompiling the Tender Submission \nDifferent Pricing Strategies \n\n\n17 \nFilling in SBD \nPrinciples to Consider When Pricing \n\n\n18 \nHow to fill in the specific goals table  \nRates \n\n\n19 \nChecking the Tender Document \nSourcing from Suppliers \n\n\n20 \nVarious Tender Submission Methods \nLabour Laws and How They Affect Tender Pricing \n\n\n21 \n4 Stages of Tender Evaluation \nPricing Data Sheet \n\n\n22 \nSite Visits\, Samples & Presentations \nThe Importance of the Scope of Work \n\n\n23 \nTie between 2 Bidders \nThe Importance of the Specification/TOR \n\n\n24 \nTender Cancellation \n \n\n\n25 \nTender Award \n \n\n\n26 \nScams \n 
URL:https://bidconsultancy.co.za/event/art-of-tendering-pricing-virtual-session-1-2/
LOCATION:Zoom (Virtual)
CATEGORIES:Art of Tendering & Pricing,Virtual Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bid Academy":MAILTO:info@bidconsultancy.co.za
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260415T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260417T200409
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SUMMARY:Art of Tendering & Pricing: Virtual (Session 2)
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Art of Tendering and Pricing is a practical\, results-driven training designed to give you clarity\, confidence\, and control over the entire tendering process from reading the tender to submitting a competitively priced bid. \nThis programme equips you with a clear\, step-by-step approach to understanding both public and private sector tenders\, meeting compliance requirements\, and avoiding costly mistakes that lead to disqualification. You will learn how to read\, vet\, and plan for tenders strategically\, ensuring your submissions are structured\, responsive\, and professional. \nOn the pricing side\, you will gain a solid understanding of cost vs price\, what influences tender pricing\, and how to build realistic\, competitive\, and profitable rates. You will also learn how to interpret the scope of work and specifications\, and apply the right pricing strategies to protect your margins. \nBy the end of this training\, you will be able to: \n\n Compile compliant tender submissions with confidence\n Assess risks before bidding\n Understand how tenders are evaluated\n Price tenders strategically and profitably\n Align your pricing with the scope and specifications\n Avoid tender scams and common bidder mistakes\n\nThis training gives you the tools to bid smarter\, price better\, and position your business for more opportunities and sustainable growth. \nWhat You Will Learn\n\n\n\n# \nThe Art of Tendering (Session 1)\nThe Art of Pricing  (Session 2)\n\n\n1 \nWhat is Tendering \nWhat is Pricing \n\n\n2 \nTypes of Tenders \nWhat is Cost \n\n\n3 \nTendering Processes \nCost vs Price \n\n\n4 \nPublic Sector Tenders vs Private Sector Tenders \nFactors that Influence Pricing (Tender Spec/TOR) \n\n\n5 \nThe Importance of Compliance \nFactors that influence Pricing (Market) \n\n\n6 \nWhere to Source Tenders \nMethod of execution and its influence on pricing \n\n\n7 \nSaving the tender Document \nFirm Tender Prices \n\n\n8 \nTender Format \nNon-Firm Tender Prices \n\n\n9 \nReading the Tender Effectively \nContract Price Adjustment \n\n\n10 \nVetting the Tender Document \nPricing strategies \n\n\n11 \nTender Risk Assessment \nFactors that determine the price \n\n\n12 \nTender Briefings \nUnits of measurements \n\n\n13 \nTender Planning \nCalculation of the Specific Goals and Price points \n\n\n14 \nStationery you need \nFactors that cause an increase in price \n\n\n15 \nCompany Info \nTender validity Period \n\n\n16 \nCompiling the Tender Submission \nDifferent Pricing Strategies \n\n\n17 \nFilling in SBD \nPrinciples to Consider When Pricing \n\n\n18 \nHow to fill in the specific goals table  \nRates \n\n\n19 \nChecking the Tender Document \nSourcing from Suppliers \n\n\n20 \nVarious Tender Submission Methods \nLabour Laws and How They Affect Tender Pricing \n\n\n21 \n4 Stages of Tender Evaluation \nPricing Data Sheet \n\n\n22 \nSite Visits\, Samples & Presentations \nThe Importance of the Scope of Work \n\n\n23 \nTie between 2 Bidders \nThe Importance of the Specification/TOR \n\n\n24 \nTender Cancellation \n \n\n\n25 \nTender Award \n \n\n\n26 \nScams \n 
URL:https://bidconsultancy.co.za/event/art-of-tendering-pricing-virtual-session-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom (Virtual)
CATEGORIES:Art of Tendering & Pricing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bid Academy":MAILTO:info@bidconsultancy.co.za
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260527T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260528T160000
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SUMMARY:Art of Tendering & Pricing: In-Person (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Art of Tendering and Pricing is an intensive\, practical\, and results-driven in-person\, two-day training designed to give you clarity\, confidence\, and control over the entire tendering process\, from reading the tender to submitting a competitively priced bid. \nDelivered in a structured\, interactive classroom environment\, this programme allows for real-time discussions\, group activities\, and hands-on application of key concepts\, ensuring deeper understanding and practical learning throughout the two days. \nOver the course of the two days\, you will be equipped with a clear\, step-by-step approach to understanding both public and private sector tenders\, meeting compliance requirements\, and avoiding costly mistakes that lead to disqualification. You will learn how to read\, vet\, and plan for tenders strategically\, ensuring your submissions are structured\, responsive\, and professional. \nOn the pricing side\, you will gain a solid understanding of cost versus price\, what influences tender pricing\, and how to build realistic\, competitive\, and profitable rates. You will also learn how to interpret the scope of work and specifications\, and apply the right pricing strategies to protect your margins. \nBy the end of this two-day\, in-person training\, you will be able to: \n\n Compile compliant tender submissions with confidence\n Assess risks before bidding\n Understand how tenders are evaluated\n Price tenders strategically and profitably\n Align your pricing with the scope and specifications\n Avoid tender scams and common bidder mistakes\n\nThis immersive\, face-to-face training gives you the tools to bid smarter\, price better\, and position your business for more opportunities and sustainable growth. \n  \nWhat You Will Learn\n\n\n\n#\nDay 1\nDay 2\n\n\n1\nWhat is Tendering\nWhat is Pricing\n\n\n2\nTypes of Tenders\nWhat is Cost\n\n\n3\nTendering Processes\nCost vs Price\n\n\n4\nPublic Sector Tenders vs Private Sector Tenders\nFactors that Influence Pricing (Tender Spec/TOR)\n\n\n5\nOverview of PPPFA 2000 & 2022 regulations\nFactors that influence Pricing (Market)\n\n\n6\nThe Importance of Compliance\nMethod of execution and its influence on pricing\n\n\n7\n3 Tender committees involved in the tender process\nFirm Tender Prices\n\n\n8\nWhere to Source Tenders\nNon-Firm Tender Prices\n\n\n9\nSaving the tender Document\nContract Price Adjustment\n\n\n10\nTender Format\nPricing strategies\n\n\n11\nReading the Tender Effectively\nFactors that determine the price\n\n\n12\nVetting the Tender Document\nUnits of measurements\n\n\n13\nTender Risk Assessment\nCalculation of the Specific Goals and Price points\n\n\n14\nTender Briefings\nFactors that cause an increase in price\n\n\n15\nTender Planning\nTender validity Period\n\n\n16\nStationery you need\nDifferent Pricing Strategies\n\n\n17\nCompany Info\nPrinciples to Consider When Pricing\n\n\n18\nCompiling the Tender Submission\nRates\n\n\n19\nFilling in SBD\nSourcing from Suppliers\n\n\n20\nHow to fill in the specific goals table\nLabour Laws and How They Affect Tender Pricing\n\n\n21\nChecking the Tender Document\nPricing Data Sheet\n\n\n22\nVarious Tender Submission Methods\nThe Importance of the Scope of Work\n\n\n23\n4 Stages of Tender Evaluation\nThe Importance of the Specification/TOR\n\n\n24\nSite Visits\, Samples & Presentations\nTENDER COMPILATION GROUP ACTIVITY\n\n\n25\nTie between 2 Bidders\nTENDER COMPILATION GROUP ACTIVITY\n\n\n26\nTender Cancellation\nTENDER COMPILATION GROUP ACTIVITY\n\n\n27\nTender Award\nTENDER COMPILATION GROUP ACTIVITY\n\n\n28\nScams\nTENDER COMPILATION GROUP ACTIVITY
URL:https://bidconsultancy.co.za/event/art-of-tendering-pricing-in-person-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Woodhill Gold Estate Clubhouse\, 1143 Woodhill Dr\, Garsfontein\, Pretoria\, Gauteng\, 0076\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Art of Tendering & Pricing,In-Person Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bid Academy":MAILTO:info@bidconsultancy.co.za
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