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MAV Procurement modules
Free Introductory Module: Doing Business with Local Government
Overview: The Doing Business with Local Government module assists suppliers in building a successful, long-term relationship with local government. The program examines the role of procurement within local government, and the guidelines and legislation which councils must adhere to when making purchasing decisions for goods and services. has been developed to assist suppliers to build successful, long-term relationships with councils by understanding their procurement and legislative requirements when making purchasing decisions.
Length: 40 minutes (1 module)
The following modules have been designed specifically for procurement and contract management specialists working in a local government setting. To register your interest in these modules, and for pricing or package options, please contact us.
Procurement Essentials for Local Government
Overview: This course provides practical and insightful training on the end to end procurement process. It includes an overview of procurement methodology, the different approaches to engage suppliers, governance, ethics and legislation as well as evaluation and selection considerations.
Length: approx. 90 minutes (4 modules)
Contract Management Essentials for Local Government
Overview: This course is designed to provide the learner with techniques and tools to effectively manage supplier relationships. Commencing with an overview of why contract management is important, it covers the fundamental elements of good practice.
Length: approx. 40 minutes (2 modules)
Probity for Purchasing and Procurement
Overview: An essential course for anyone who raises a purchase order, authorises a contract or procurement exercise or is involved in buying in any way.
Length: approx. 25 minutes (1 module)
Evaluation Panel Member Responsibilities
Overview: An essential course for anyone who will be required to sit on an evaluation panel. It includes an overview of the end to end evaluation process, including evaluation criteria and scoring methods.
Length: 40 minutes (1 module)
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State-wide bus forum
This forum is jointly presented by the Metropolitan Transport Forum and Municipal Association of Victoria. Discussions will centre on improving the bus network, including presentations... -
-Social and Sustainable Procurement
[Two half-day Zoom sessions] This course equips participants with the ability to effectively incorporate social objectives and corporate social responsibility into procurement practice, as part... -
Improving First and Last KM Access - 20 October
The MAV is pleased to partner with Freight Victoria (part of the Department of Transport) to offer three sessions that seeks to engage the freight... -
-AS 4000 (Construction) Contracts Management
[Two half-day Zoom sessions] In the AS4000 Contract Management course, participants will examine a range of topics and issues specific to the management of AS4000... -
Presentation and Public Speaking Skills
[Online] This workshop provides councillors and executives with the fundamental skills and knowledge to more effectively present and speak publicly.. -
State-Wide MCH Conference
(ONLINE) Registrations are now open to attend the bi-annual State-Wide MCH (Maternal and Child Health) Conference to be held on Friday, 22 October 2021.... -
Collaborative Procurement Forum (Victorian LG Sector)
(Online) To support the changes to Section 108 & 109 of the Local Government Act 2020, MAV Procurement has issued a Collaborative Procurement Guidance Notedetailing... -
Speed Reading Workshop
[Online] This workshop is designed for councillors and council staff who feel under pressure due to the quantity of written material that they are required... -
Social Media Workshop (Online)
[Zoom workshop] In this training session designed specifically for Victorian councillors, you’ll develop the skills needed to produce and publish targeted and persuasive social media... -
Improving First and Last KM Access - 10 November
The MAV is pleased to partner with Freight Victoria (part of the Department of Transport) to offer three sessions that seeks to engage the freight...