PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL TRAINING SERVICES

1.  Executive Summary

Thank you for the opportunity to submit this proposal to Ezz Steel. Based on our recent discussions, this document outlines a comprehensive training program tailored to your Procurement Team.

The objective is to equip your team with the practical knowledge of FIDIC contracts required to manage tenders, minimize risks during the bidding phase, and ensure smooth contract administration.

Drawing on my background as a Contract Manager with a portfolio value exceeding

$2 billion, this course will bridge the gap between theoretical contract clauses and practical execution.

2.  Training Objectives

By the end of this workshop, the Procurement Team will be able to:

• Differentiate between the standard FIDIC Forms (Red, Yellow, Silver, Green) and select the appropriate one for specific projects.
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of the Employer, Contractor, and
• Identify high-risk clauses during the tender/procurement phase to protect Ezz Steel’s interests.
• Manage financial clauses, including Advance Payments, Interim Payments, and
• Navigate the basics of Claims and Dispute Avoidance to reduce post-award

3.  Proposed Course Outline

Format: 4 Sessions (1 Session per week)

Duration: Approx. 4 hours per session (16 Hours Total)

Session 1: FIDIC Fundamentals s Contract Forms

Duration: 4 hours

• Introduction to FIDIC
• Overview of FIDIC Rainbow Suite (Red, Yellow, Silver, Green Books)
• Key differences between FIDIC 1999 and 2017 editions
• Contract structure: General Conditions, Particular Conditions, Appendices
• Key stakeholders: Employer, Contractor, Engineer/Employer's Representative
• Workshop: Identifying the appropriate FIDIC form for different project types (optional)

Session 2: Risk Management s Contract Administration

Duration: 4 hours

• Risk allocation in FIDIC contracts
• Pre-tender contract review: Identifying red flags and high-risk clauses
• Time management: Commencement, extensions of time (EOT), Time for Completion, delays, and liquidated damages
• Payment mechanisms: Advance payment, interim certificates, retention, and final payment
• Performance security and contract guarantees
• Case Study: Analyzing a real contract for risk exposure and mitigation strategies (Optional)

Session 3: Variations, Claims s Dispute Avoidance

Duration: 4 hours

• Variations: Employer's right to vary, valuation, and documentation
• Claims under FIDIC: Types, notice requirements, and substantiation
• Extension of Time (EOT) claims: Procedural compliance and assessment
• Early warning system and proactive dispute avoidance
• Workshop: Drafting compliant notice of claim and EOT claim including supporting documentation (Optional)

Session 4: Dispute Resolution s Practical Applications

Duration: 4 hours

• FIDIC's dispute resolution process
• Dispute Adjudication      Board     (DAB):     Composition,       procedures,      and enforceability
• Arbitration under FIDIC: Process and considerations
• Common pitfalls in FIDIC contract administration and how to avoid them
• Best practices for maintaining contract records and correspondence
• Final Workshop: Comprehensive case study simulation covering contract lifecycle from tender to close-out (Optional)

4.  Methodology

The training will be delivered using an interactive workshop approach, utilizing:

• PowerPoint
• Real-world case studies from the Industrial and Construction
• Open-floor discussions to address specific challenges currently faced by the Ezz Steel team.

5.  Instructor Profile

Mohammed Zakaria Abdou Contract Manager

With over 8 years of experience in Contract Management and a cumulative portfolio value of over $2 Billion, Mohammed specializes in drafting, reviewing, and administering contracts to minimize financial exposure.

• Current Role: Contract Manager at Rights Project

·         Education:

• MBA in Engineering Management (Brooklyn Business School).
• CLAC Diploma (Contractual C Legal Aspects in Construction) –
• PRMG 080 –
• BSc in Construction Project Management (AAST).

·         Key Achievements:

• Drafted contracts valued at EGP 700M+ for infrastructure and industrial
• Achieved 80% decrease in potential financial losses through meticulous risk assessment.
• Successful resolution of major claims and disputes for multinational clients (including Julius Berger Int.)