Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Fundamentals of Technical Bidding in Offshore Structural Engineering

• Understand the role of technical bids in offshore engineering projects.
• Identify key stakeholders in bid management (contractors, suppliers, regulatory bodies, and project owners).
• Learn about tendering processes, pre-qualification criteria, and bid submission requirements.

2. Technical Bid Preparation and Documentation

• Develop structured technical bid documents with specifications and compliance statements.
• Ensure alignment with offshore design codes and industry standards (API RP 2A, ISO 19902, DNV-GL, ABS, IEC 61400-3 for offshore wind).
• Address safety, environmental, and operational considerations in bid proposals.

3. Bid Evaluation Criteria and Compliance Assessment

• Establish technical and commercial evaluation frameworks for bid assessment.
• Analyze key evaluation factors, including:
• Structural integrity and engineering feasibility.
• Material selection and compliance with specifications.
• Fabrication, construction, and installation feasibility.
• Project schedule and resource availability.
• Risk and safety compliance.
• Use weighted scoring techniques and bid comparison matrices.

4. Cost Analysis and Commercial Considerations in Offshore Bids

• Evaluate cost elements, including CAPEX, OPEX, and life-cycle costs.
• Perform cost-benefit analysis and risk-adjusted financial evaluations.
• Assess contractor capabilities, past project performance, and delivery track record.

5. Risk Identification and Mitigation in Bid Evaluation

• Identify risks related to design, construction, supply chain, and project execution.
• Implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize cost overruns and schedule delays.
• Use probabilistic and qualitative risk assessment methods in bid evaluation.

6. Contracting Strategies and Negotiation Best Practices

• Understand contract types (EPC, EPCIC, FEED, LSTK) and their implications.
• Apply negotiation techniques for securing favorable contract terms.
• Ensure contractual alignment with project risk-sharing mechanisms.

7. Regulatory and Environmental Compliance in Offshore Projects

• Ensure compliance with offshore project licensing and environmental impact assessments.
• Address regulatory requirements for marine operations and offshore structures.
• Implement sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) considerations in bid evaluation.

8. Case Studies and Practical Applications

• Analyze real-world technical bid evaluations and contract awards in offshore projects.
• Participate in mock bid review exercises and scoring simulations.
• Develop a structured technical bid evaluation report for an offshore structural engineering project.

Target Audience

• Offshore structural engineers and project managers
• Procurement and contracting specialists in offshore engineering
• Marine and oil & gas professionals involved in bid preparation and evaluation
• EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) contractors and suppliers
• Risk management and compliance officers in offshore projects