Contract & Relationship Management
Skills and Development Programmes

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

We offer two 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.

  • £1,050 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.

  • Two programmes can be delivered in consecutive days for a 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.

  • £1,400 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

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.