Wednesday, September 11, 2024, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

This workshop provides "hands-on" experience in developing specifications for the procurement of goods and services. Participants will develop a thorough understanding of the specification writing process and how to incorporate skills learned into future procurements. Participants will learn by practical application in addition to classroom theory.

Objectives

• Understand technical writing skills necessary for specification development
• Recognize the different types of specifications and when to use each type
• Understand the importance of language use in specification writing
• Learn how to write specifications that can be easily administered and monitored
• Write a competitive, technical specification that is clear, concise, complete and well formatted

Topics

• Importance of Specifications
• Identify Need and Define Objectives
• Types of Specifications
• Brand Names/Approved Product Lists
• Services vs. Products
• Planning and Organizing Techniques
• Formatting the Document
• Technical Writing Tips
• Determining Minimum Requirements
• Writing a Statement of Work
• Payment Methods

Cost

$375

Special Instructions

Lunch included

Location

NCTCOG Arlington Offices
Centerpoint Two
616 Six Flags Drive
Arlington, TX 76011

Target Audience

• New purchasers who want to understand a basic fundamental skill in government procurement - specification writing
• Veteran purchasers who want to improve their technical writing skills
• Non-purchasing staff who prepare and submit user requirements to purchasing departments

Subjects

Contracts & Purchasing Academy