Contract & Relationship Management
Skills and Development Programmes

Our Contract & Relationship Management programmes have benefited organisations for over 20 years.

We offer three options, designed to meet the differing requirements of individuals within their varied roles in commercial contracting.

The Basics

This provides an overview of the basic principles of contract and relationship management for non-specialists at all levels.

  • It explores the key reasons as to why C&RM is so important and sets out the dos and don’ts for contract managers.

  • Delivered on site for up to 14 people from your own and/or neighbouring authorities.

  • £1,000 fixed price. Programme duration is half a day.

  • Clients include London Borough of Enfield, Newport City Homes, Aster Group, Thurrock Council, Braintree District Council, Colchester Borough Council, Vine HR and Stevenage Borough Council.

  • Online programme available at a reduced rate.

  • Two programmes can be delivered in one day (discounted rate)

“This course was very useful - lots of information but all good - an eye opener! Thank you.”
— Ruth Du Lieu, Head of Integrated Transport. Medway Council

In Action

This covers a mixture of the theory and practice of contract and relationship management and the management tools and techniques used. It is designed to help non-specialists build the skills and knowledge needed to tackle C&RM with confidence.

  • A mixture of contract management theory and practice.

  • Delivered onsite for up to 14 people from your own and/or neighbouring authorities.

  • £1,250 fixed price. Programme duration is a full day.

  • Includes a contract surgery - bring your problematic contracts for review and discussion.

  • Clients include Stevenage Borough Council, Southend Borough Council, Cambridgeshire County Council and Ipswich Borough Council.

“One of the most useful & enjoyable courses I have attended for a while.”
— Karen Bomford, Group Manager, Community & Living. Maldon District Council

Advanced

This is designed for experienced contract managers to advance their existing knowledge by testing and honing their research, analytical, negotiation, organisational and presentational skills by working in a team using a live case study.

You will experience challenges and problems just like in real life which you will need to resolve, but in a safe environment to allow you to experiment and sharpen your skills.

  • Delegates must:

    • Have sound knowledge and hands on experience of contract and relationship management,

    • Have regular engagement with suppliers/contractors,

    • Understand contract and relationship management and the techniques involved.

  • Delivered on site for up to 10 people from your own authority and/or a group of authorities working in partnership.

  • £2,250 fixed price. Programme duration is a full day.

  • Individual coaching and feedback provided.

  • We assume that all those attending are already experienced contract managers.

  • Developed for Stevenage Borough Council with sponsorship from EELGA.

“Really good to see both perspectives, giving insight into a contractor and where we miss opportunities. A really great day.”
— Lee White, Head of Corporate Procurement. Southend Borough Council

SPS Contract & Relationship Management programmes are endorsed by World Commerce & Contracting.

World Commerce & Contracting is a not-for-profit association and the only global body promoting standards and raising capabilities in commercial practice. We inspire individuals and organisations through our research and ideas. We equip our members with knowledge and networks that support successful contracts and commercial relationships.