Contract Guidance Manual: For CONSULTANTS AND CONTRACTORS

By Joy Varghese

Contract Guidance Manual: For Consultants and Contractors

A Complete Practical Handbook for Tendering, Procurement, and Contract Administration in Construction Projects

This comprehensive manual is an essential reference for professionals involved in the planning, tendering, evaluation, and administration of construction contracts. Drawing on industry-proven practices and internationally recognized standards such as FIDIC, the book provides a structured, practical roadmap for delivering fair, transparent, and well-managed procurement processes.

Covering the full lifecycle-from contract strategy to project completion-it equips Consultants, Contractors, Engineers, Architects, and Client representatives with the tools and clarity needed to manage complex projects with confidence.

What You Will Learn
1. Contract & Procurement Strategy

Understand contract types, risk allocation, procurement options, and the Consultant's role. Learn how to select the right contract form, develop documentation strategies, and maintain essential project records.

2. Prequalification of Tenderers

Master the full prequalification process, including tendering methods, evaluation criteria, notices, documentation, and reporting. Includes quantitative evaluation models and sample forms.

3. Tender & Contract Documentation

A step-by-step guide to preparing, verifying, and issuing tender documents. Covers Instructions to Tenderers, Conditions of Contract, Specifications, Bills of Quantities, and all supporting appendices. Includes model letters, checklists, and guidance on revisions, clarifications, and document control.

4. Tender Evaluation & Contract Award

Learn how to assess tenders, conduct meetings, prepare evaluation reports, recommend awards, and issue Letters of Acceptance. Includes templates and best-practice procedures for transparent decision-making.

5. Contract Administration

A practical guide to managing the contract after award-certificates, variations, claims, progress monitoring, meetings, and completion procedures. Includes checklists and structured workflows for day-to-day administration.

Why This Book Matters

Whether you are a Consultant preparing tender documents, a Contractor submitting bids, or a Client overseeing procurement, this manual provides:

Clear, actionable procedures

Templates and model forms

Risk-aware guidance aligned with global standards

Practical insights from real-world project experience

A complete reference for both new and seasoned professionals

This is the handbook every construction professional should keep within reach-structured, practical, and designed to support excellence in procurement and contract management.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GDKK1DY7
• ISBN13: 9798242075344
• Release Date: December 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"