The Fundamentals of Bidding Operations course, designed by the Institute of Human Resources and Business Development (HUREDIN), aims to equip participants with the essential knowledge and hands-on experience required in professional bidding operations.
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will:
Master the knowledge and skills required to effectively execute bidding operations within their organizations.
Gain a thorough understanding of the regulations and procedures governing bidding activities.
Acquire specialized expertise in bid project management, enabling the scientific and efficient planning and implementation of bidding projects.
Officers and staff from administrative units and enterprises responsible for or involved in their organization’s bidding operations.
Individuals seeking to supplement or update their fundamental knowledge of professional bidding practices.
| No. | Modules | Duration (Sessions) |
| PART 1 |
FUNDAMENTALS OF BIDDING OPERATIONS |
6 |
| 1 |
Overview of Bidding * Legal and regulatory framework on bidding; Scope of regulation and subjects of application; Definitions * Bidding information disclosure and E-bidding * Contractor eligibility; Conditions for participation; Ensuring competition in bidding * Requirements for procuring entities and bidding expert groups; Bidding professional training and certification * International bidding and preferences; Bidding currency, language, and costs; Regulations on bidding timelines * Conditions for issuing Bidding Documents; Bid security; Prohibited acts |
1 |
| 2 |
Contractor Selection Methods and Bidding Procedures * Contractor selection methods and bidding modalities |
1 |
| 3 |
Contracts * Principles of contract formulation and types of contracts * Performance security; Warranty; Contract components and contents * Management and supervision of contract execution; Contract price adjustments and amendments * Payment, final settlement, acceptance, and contract liquidation |
(Combined with Module 2) |
| 4 |
Bidding Plans * Principles and bases for bidding plan formulation * Contents, submission, appraisal, and approval of bidding plans |
1 |
| 5 |
Contractor Pre-qualification * Scope of application and pre-qualification procedures |
(Combined with Module 4) |
| 6 |
Open and Restricted Bidding Procedures for Consulting Services * Procedures for institutional consultants: Preparation, organization, bid evaluation, and contract negotiation * Submission, appraisal, approval, and notification of bidding results * Contract negotiation, finalization, and signing * Selection procedures for individual consultants |
1 |
| 7 |
Open and Restricted Bidding Procedures for Goods Procurement and Construction/Installation * Preparation and organization of bidding * Bid evaluation; Submission, appraisal, and approval of results * Notification of results, contract negotiation, finalization, and signing |
1 |
| 8 |
Other Contractor Selection Methods * Direct appointment; Direct procurement; Competitive bidding (Shopping); Self-performance * Selection in special cases; Selection of architectural design consultants |
1 |
| 9 |
Other Related Issues * Cancellation of bidding and rejection of bids * Rights and obligations of parties in bidding * State management, inspection, and auditing of bidding * Settlement of bidding petitions and handling of legal violations |
(Combined with Module 8) |
| PART 2 |
BID PROJECT MANAGEMENT |
4 |
| 1 |
Identifying Bid Project Needs * Discussion on the necessity of the Project Scope Statement * Structure and guidance for drafting a Project Scope Statement |
1 |
| 2 |
Bid Project Planning * Preparation: Objectives, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), resource identification, and scheduling * Project scheduling: Gantt chart, PERT chart, and Critical Path Method (CPM) * Resource and cost planning; Establishing quality standards; Project crashing (shortening duration) |
(Combined with Module 1) |
| 3 |
Financial Planning for Bid Projects * Developing cost estimates for bidding packages * Financial risk management and other financial issues related to bid projects |
1 |
| 4 |
Bid Project Implementation and Organization * Stakeholder identification: Internal and external * Organizational Breakdown Structure (OBS) and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) * Assignment: Responsibility Assignment Matrix; Coordination mechanisms and workflow documentation * Conflict resolution |
1 |
| 5 |
Bid Project Control * Monitoring process and contents: Schedule, Cost, Quality * Control using Earned Value Management (EVM) and handling deviations |
1 |
| 6 |
Bid Project Closure * Project closure cases and necessary tasks in the closing phase * Project evaluation: Initial, Mid-term, Final, and Impact evaluation |
(Combined with Module 5) |
|
TOTAL DURATION |
10 |
Course Schedule & Venue
All-inclusive Training Fee: 5,000,000 VND / participant. (The fee includes training materials, the final examination, and certification).
Disclaimer: Please note that the curriculum, number of sessions, and tuition fees are subject to adjustment starting from March 2026.
Graduation Certificate: Upon successful completion of the course, participants who meet the requirements will be awarded the Certificate in Fundamentals of Bidding Operations issued by the DVL EDU Management Training and Development Institute and the Certificate in Bid Project Management issued by the Institute of Human Resources and Business Development. These certificates are nationally recognized.
Note: Total discounts are capped at a maximum of 20% of the tuition fee.
Campus B: 279 Nguyen Tri Phuong Street, Dien Hong Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.
Institute of Human Resources and Business Development (HUREDIN) – Room B2.005, Building B2, Ground Floor. (Next to the Faculty Parking Gate – Opposite No. 43 Dao Duy Tu Street)
ADVISORY & CONTACT INFORMATION
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OFFICE HOURS:
Available from Monday to Friday:
Start date: 23/03/2026
Schedule: Mon/Wed/Fri Evenings
Time: 18h00′ – 20h30′
Duration: 10 sessions
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