CONTENT OUTLINE

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Topic 1:Introduction to Mega and Small-Scale Project Construction & Implementation

- Overview of Infrastructure development and large-scale projects in Bangladesh: Definitions, characteristics, differences in scale, complexity, and challenges   

- Key principles of project construction and implementation (scope, time, cost, quality) aligned with Bangladesh standards

-Stakeholder Consultation, such as PWD, RHD, LGED, and other Govt/Non Govt Implementation Authorities

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Topic 2:Financial Viability Assessment of Proposed Tender 

-Introduction to financial viability assessment: Evaluating tender opportunities , Cost-Benefit analysis, Return on investment (ROI), break-even points etc.

-Key factors in viability checks: Market conditions, project scale, resource availability, potential profit margins etc.

-Preparation of cost estimation: comparison between BOQ/ rate schedule price and and rate schedules to forecast total costs,

-Common pitfalls: Overbidding, underestimating risks, and regulatory compliance costs under PPR.

-Case studies: Viability assessments in Bangladeshi projects, highlighting successes and failures.

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Topic 3:Tender Document Preparation

-Overview of tender processes in Bangladesh: Public Procurement Rules (PPR), Types of tenders, and key stages (preparation, submission, evaluation)

-Engineering aspects: Analysis of Technical specifications, drawings, BOQ. Prepare Actual Costing (Item wise real time scenario costing Including Material, Manpower, Overhead, VAT+AIT and other miscellaneous costing) ensuring technical compliance and accuracy

-Financial aspects: Cost estimation using item-wise analysis, schedule of rates, pricing strategies, financial evaluation criteria, and minimizing disputes through accurate BOQs.
 

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Topic 4:Components of Tender Documents Section

-Procurement-related issues: Common challenges in Bangladesh procurement (corruption risks, bidder collusion, delays in approval processes, inadequate bidder qualifications, supply chain disruptions, and compliance with PPR amendments for transparency and e-procurement).

-Components of tender documents: Focusing preparation of tender documents like detail methodology of project implementation, presentation, work plan, preparation of Bill of Quantity with actual costing, man power and equipment requirements etc
 

Topic 5: Cost Estimation and Item Wise Rate Analysis - PWD Focus (Building Works)​

-Detailed Overview and assement of PWD Schedule of Rates (2022 edition): Breakdown of cost elements (labor, materials, equipment, overhead, profit)

-BOQ analysis: Structure, preparation, and validation using PWD standards; ensuring accuracy in quantities and rates.

-Item-wise analysis for building works: Breaking down components, quantity takeoff, cost estimation using PWD schedules.

-Total cost analysis: Aggregating item-wise costs into overall project estimates, including contingencies and overheads.

 

Topic 6: Cost Estimation and Item Wise Rate Analysis - RHD Focus (Road Works)

-Analysis of RHD Schedule of Rates (2022, updated March 2023): Focus on road and highway items, comparison with PWD

-BOQ analysis for road works: Developing and checking BOQs for items like pavement and drainage, ensuring alignment with RHD standards.

-Item-wise breakdown for road works: Earthwork, pavement layers, advanced quantity takeoff, probabilistic cost estimation using RHD standards.

-Total cost analysis: Summarizing item-wise estimates into comprehensive road project budgets, factoring in site-specific variables.

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Topic 7: Cost Estimation and Item Wise Rate Analysis

-Analysis of LGED Schedule of Rates (2022): Emphasis on rural infrastructure, zonal variations

-BOQ analysis for rural works: Preparing and reviewing BOQs for items like culverts and rural roads, ensuring compliance with LGED standards.

-Item-wise analysis for rural works: Culverts, rural roads, quantity takeoff, cost estimation with regional factors using LGED standards

-Total cost analysis: Integrating item-wise costs for rural projects, including adjustments for remote locations and sustainability factors.
 

Topic 8: Budget Management & Cost Minimization, Risk Management

-Overview of budget management in construction projects: Planning, tracking, and control using BOQs and rate schedules

-Common causes of cost overruns in Bangladesh.

-Cost minimization strategies: Value engineering, inventory management, local material use, and efficient procurement

-Tools for budget control: Earned Value Management (basic), risk mitigation.

-Introduction to risk management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks in Bangladesh small and large-scale projects.

-Common risks: Environmental, logistics related, financial, and regulatory

-Mitigation strategies: Contingency planning, insurance, and stakeholder coordination.
 

Topic 9: Quality Control in Infrastructure development Projects, Methodology Development for Project Implementation

-Introduction to quality control (QC)

-QC processes: Planning, inspection, testing, documentation; Quality Assurance Plan etc.

-Developing implementation methodologies: Phased approaches, site management, safety, sustainability.

-Integration: Combining Rate schedules, BOQ, tender documents, cost estimates, risk, quality, and budget for cohesive execution.
 

Topic 10: Quiz, Open-Ended Discussion, and Case Study

-Review of key concepts from all modules
-Exam-30 Mint

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