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March Regional Meeting - Going Green
Pro-D Event
Wed, Mar 17, 2010
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Lansing Community College - West Campus
5708 Cornerstone Drive
Lansing, Michigan 48917
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- Fees for this event:
- Regular Registration (0.25 points): $40.00
Regional Meeting & Marvin F. Klang Award Presentation
Note: This meeting will include breakfast instead of lunch.
Topic: Green purchasing / contracts - challenges and lessons learned in making your organization green including:
• Establishing a recycling program
• Conducting energy audits
• Improving energy efficiency
• Selecting neutral products
The Speaker is Carl Lindell, Bay City District Supervisor of Michigan State Parks and Recreation Division, Department of Natural Resources Bay City. Also, Mr. Lindell is the current Chairman of the PRD Green Initiatives Team and the Chairman of the PRD Urban Outreach Team. Mr. Lindell will have the DNR Purchaser, Jana Harding, in attendance along with a couple of Green Initiatives Team members.
Additionally, the 2009 Marvin F. Klang Award will be presented at this meeting.
Board Meeting
Board Meeting
Thu, Apr 8, 2010
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Ingham County Human Services Building
5303 S Cedar Street
Lansing, Michigan
Contract Administration
Pro-D Event
Apr 28 - 30, 2010
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Oakland County
2100 Pontiac Lake Road Building #41 West - Farmington Room
Waterford, Michigan 48328
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- Fees for this event:
- NIGP National Members: $575.00
- Non-NIGP National Members: $750.00
Duration: Three (3) Days
Instructor: NIGP Certified Instructor Team Member
Contact Hours: 24 hours
UPPCC* Re-Certification Points: 3
CEU Credits**: 2.2
General Description:
The class provides a framework for examining contract administration by focusing on essential elements of the discipline. It also provides the participant with a focused look at key considerations related to important contract terms and conditions that must be enforced during contract administration. The intent is for the student to develop a strong understanding of the complexities of contract administration and recognize the importance of planning, monitoring, and proactive insight into and oversight of contract performance. This class provides a comprehensive overview of the contract administration process within the public sector along with illustrations of the various methods available. Determining the appropriate contract administration method, preparing a relevant plan, participating in the process, evaluating the success of the contract and evaluation procedures will be addressed.
Intended Audience:
This class is designed for contract managers at every level. Contract managers with significant experience will find the material to be useful, as it examines contract administration in the context of 21st century contract challenges. Material addresses contracting from a global perspective, i.e. unique statutes and/or regulations may be mentioned; however the material transcends state or national level interest by offering a look at the process and best practices that have application regardless of unique laws and regulations that may govern within a particular jurisdiction.
Prerequisites:
Though no prerequisites are stipulated for this class, successful participants should have one to two years of public procurement experience prior to enrolling. Others may find completion of the NIGP Introduction to Public Procurement class, and the NIGP Planning, Scheduling and Requirements Analysis class to be of benefit.
Objectives:
Given the text, materials, activities and discussions provided during this class, participants will be able to:
• Identify and define terms, concepts and principles of the contract administration process
• Describe the steps needed to design, develop and formulate the CAP and PAP
– Identify potential contract risks and establish contract goals to manage them.
– Identify the roles and responsibilities of the contract administration team
– Explain monitoring, surveillance techniques
– Apply measurement techniques and standards
– Develop acceptance criteria and payment terms
• Given a contractual problem or issue describe an appropriate remedy
• Identify and define contract modification types, uses and applications
• Describe dispute resolution methods
• Describe how contract administration can be continually improved to enhance contract performance
in accordance with the commonly accepted practices of the profession.
ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED (30) DAYS PRIOR TO THE SEMINAR START DATE.
- All cancellations received 30 days prior to the seminar are subject to a $75.00 service charge.
- There will be no refund for cancellations received less than 30 days before the seminar.
- MPPOA members may appeal the decision for a "no refund and/or request for credit" of a seminar in writing to the MPPOA Board within 7 days from the first day of the scheduled seminar.
Board Meeting
Board Meeting
Thu, Jun 10, 2010
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Ingham County Human Services Building
5303 S Cedar Street
Lansing, Michigan
Effective Management of Construction Contracts
Pro-D Event
Mon, Sep 13, 2010
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
City of Rochester Hills
1000 Rochester Hills Drive MIS Training Room
Rochester Hills, Michigan 48309
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- Fees for this event:
- NIGP National Members: $160.00
- Non-NIGP National Members: $225.00
Effective Management of Construction Contracts
Duration: 1-Day Seminar
Contact hours: 8 hours
UPPCC* Re-Certification points: 1
Instructor: Aaron Howell, CPPO or Darin Matthews, CPPO
General Description:
Construction Contracts can represent a very significant expenditure of resources by public agencies and, thus, a heightened liability. Historically, they have not been a type of contract routinely administered by public purchasers, which may expose the agency to higher levels of liability. This seminar will key in on areas of contract administration specific to Construction Contracting and how they can best be applied to limit risk and liability.
Intended Audience:
This course is targeted to all levels of purchasers handling construction contracting, purchasing managers overseeing the construction contracting function, and project managers overseeing the direct construction activities.
Prerequisites:
None
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course participants will be able to:
- Identify the key differences between construction contracting and other types of formal contracting.
- Identify the key areas that require focus for successful completion of the contract.
- Explain techniques to reduce delays and overruns.
Course Outline:
- Contracting Types
- The pros and cons of different contracting types (design-build, traditional design/hard-bid; two-step RFP, and RFP/Hard-bid);
- Role of Designer
- Ensuring your designer plays the right role (knowing what to expect from you’re A&E and then holding them accountable).
- Contract Terms
- Knowing and enforcing your terms. Are your terms acceptable? Do you follow the AIA models or develop your own? Do you enforce them?
- Insurance and Bonding
- Insurance - It's critical! Understanding the importance of different insurances in construction projects and then identifying the key areas to watch when collecting and approving proof of insurance.
- Project Management and Change Orders
- Making sure your Project Manager/Construction Inspectors are doing their jobs. Are these folks internal or external? What role do they play? What should be their limit of authority and how do you maintain it?
- Change Orders/Claims - Allowing or denying and who pays? Just because they ask, doesn’t mean you have to grant them. How do you back up your case?
- Closeout
- Contract Closeouts - What's so important? Understanding the importance of contract closeouts in construction projects and the different key elements to track and obtain.
ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED (30) DAYS PRIOR TO THE SEMINAR START DATE.
- All cancellations received 30 days prior to the seminar are subject to a $75.00 service charge.
- There will be no refund for cancellations received less than 30 days before the seminar.
- MPPOA members may appeal the decision for a "no refund and/or request for credit" of a seminar in writing to the MPPOA Board within 7 days from the first day of the scheduled seminar.
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