Why the Bidding Process Matters in Canadian Construction

Strategic, well-executed bids are the foundation of project success and business growth.

In Canada’s construction sector, the bidding process is where project success begins. More than pricing, a strong bid reflects a contractor’s ability to interpret scope, manage documentation, assess risk, and meet submission requirements with precision. It positions the company competitively, builds client confidence, and lays the groundwork for effective project execution. This course offers a structured, contractor-focused guide to navigating bids, from opportunity assessment to submission, equipping professionals with the tools to build consistency, accuracy, and discipline into every tender response.
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What You Will Learn

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    1. 1.1 Course Structure

    2. 1.2 Expected Learning Outcomes

    3. 1.3 Certification and Professional Development Credits

    4. 1.4 A Word from Your Instructor

    5. 1.5 Time Commitment and Course Format

    6. 1.6 Evaluation Criteria

    7. 1.7 Prerequisites and Recommended Experience

    8. 1.8 Assignment – General Knowledge Self-Assessment

    1. 2.0 Module Introduction

    2. 2.1 Tender Authorities and Procurement Channels

    3. 2.1 Tender Authorities and Procurement Channels - Quiz

    4. 2.2 Responding to Public and Private Calls for Tender

    5. 2.2 Responding to Public and Private Calls for Tender - Quiz

    6. 2.3 Bidding Strategies: Go/No-Go Analysis and Resource Planning

    7. 2.3 Bidding Strategies: Go/No-Go Analysis and Resource Planning - Quiz

    8. 2.4 The Legal Context of Bidding in Canada (Overview)

    9. 2.4 The Legal Context of Bidding in Canada (Overview) - Quiz

    10. 2.5 Bid Compliance: Submission Requirements and Forms

    11. 2.5 Bid Compliance: Submission Requirements and Forms - Quiz

    12. 2.6 Common Pitfalls in Bid Preparation

    13. 2.6 Common Pitfalls in Bid Preparation - Quiz

    14. 2.7 Post-Bid Review and Internal Debrief

    15. 2.7 Post-Bid Review and Internal Debrief - Quiz

    16. 2.8 Assignment – Bidding Process Case Study

    1. 3.0 Module Introduction

    2. 3.1 Understanding Project Documentation: Drawings, Specs, and Contracts

    3. 3.1 Understanding Project Documentation: Drawings, Specs, and Contracts - Quiz

    4. 3.2 Reviewing and Interpreting Bid Documents

    5. 3.2 Reviewing and Interpreting Bid Documents - Quiz

    6. 3.3 Estimating Methods and Costing Approaches

    7. 3.3 Estimating Methods and Costing Approaches - Quiz

    8. 3.4 Identifying Project Risks from Documentation

    9. 3.4 Identifying Project Risks from Documentation - Quiz

    10. 3.5 Tender Closing Procedures and Submission Logistics

    11. 3.5 Tender Closing Procedures and Submission Logistics - Quiz

    12. 3.6 Unit Prices, Allowances, and Contingencies

    13. 3.6 Unit Prices, Allowances, and Contingencies - Quiz

    14. 3.7 Subcontractor and Supplier Coordination

    15. 3.7 Subcontractor and Supplier Coordination - Quiz

    16. 3.8 Assignment – Estimating and Document Review Exercise

    1. 4.0 Module Introduction

    2. 4.1 Identifying Reliable Project Data Sources

    3. 4.1 Identifying Reliable Project Data Sources - Quiz

    4. 4.2 Assessing Data for Accuracy and Relevance

    5. 4.2 Assessing Data for Accuracy and Relevance - Quiz

    6. 4.3 Applying Market Intelligence to Bid Competitively

    7. 4.3 Applying Market Intelligence to Bid Competitively - Quiz

    8. 4.4 Data Management Practices for Estimators and Coordinators

    9. 4.4 Data Management Practices for Estimators and Coordinators - Quiz

    10. 4.5 Digital Tools for Bid Management

    11. 4.5 Digital Tools for Bid Management - Quiz

    12. 4.6 Prequalification and Vendor Lists

    13. 4.6 Prequalification and Vendor Lists - Quiz

    14. 4.7 Assignment – Competitive Bid Planning Using Data

    1. 5.0 Module Introduction

    2. 5.1 Bid Submission Checklist

    3. 5.2 Bid Calendar and Opportunity Tracking Sheet

    4. 5.3 Sample Bid Form (Public Sector Format)

    5. 5.4 Subcontractor Quote Comparison Sheet

    6. 5.5 RFI Template for Use During Tender Period

    7. 5.6 Recommended Software and Digital Tools

    1. 6.0 Module Introduction

    2. 6.1 Course Highlights

    3. 6.2 Next Steps: How to Further Develop Your Skills

    4. 6.3 Career Opportunities with Knowledge in Construction Bidding

    5. 6.4 Exit Survey: Share Your Thoughts and Feedback

    6. 6.5 Completion Certificate

About this course

  • $849.00
  • 67 lessons
  • Total learning commitment to complete this course: 36 hours
  • Course format: text, presentations, audio, downloadable PDF's.

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