Professional Certification in FIDIC Gold Book Contract Management (PCF-GBM): A Complete Guide
Introduction
The **FIDIC Gold Book**—*Conditions of Contract for Design, Build and Operate Projects (DBO)*—represents one of the most advanced FIDIC forms, designed for long-term performance-based infrastructure delivery.
This contract integrates **design, construction, and operation** under a single responsibility, allowing employers to ensure efficiency, quality, and sustainability throughout the project’s lifecycle. It is especially relevant for **public-private partnerships (PPPs)**, **infrastructure concessions**, and **service-based contracts** involving both capital delivery and ongoing operation.
This program provides a **comprehensive understanding of the FIDIC Gold Book**, focusing on its risk allocation, performance obligations, operation phase management, and payment structures. Participants will learn to manage complex **DBO contracts** from inception to operation, ensuring full compliance, cost control, and service continuity.
Through real-world examples, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will gain the expertise to **plan, administer, and manage Design–Build–Operate contracts** effectively across all phases of infrastructure projects.
Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
* Understand the structure, philosophy, and key features of the FIDIC Gold Book.
* Interpret and apply clauses related to design–build–operate contracts.
* Manage both construction and operation phases under a unified framework.
* Identify the roles and responsibilities of employers, contractors, and operators.
* Administer performance obligations, service levels, and risk allocation.
* Handle payments, performance monitoring, and maintenance responsibilities.
* Manage disputes and claims specific to long-term DBO contracts.
* Ensure project sustainability, compliance, and contractual integrity.
Course Content
Day One – The FIDIC Gold Book Framework
* Evolution and purpose of the Gold Book within FIDIC suite
* Understanding the Design–Build–Operate model
* Key differences between Gold Book and other FIDIC forms (Red, Yellow, Silver)
* Structure: General Conditions, Particular Conditions, and Operational Schedules
* Contract risk allocation and long-term partnership dynamics
* Workshop: Selecting appropriate project delivery models for DBO projects
Day Two – Roles, Responsibilities, and Risk Allocation
* Employer’s obligations and performance expectations
* Contractor/Operator’s integrated role and accountability
* Interface management between design, construction, and operation
* Understanding risk transfer and life-cycle risk sharing
* Contractual communication and reporting procedures
* Exercise: Developing a risk allocation matrix for a DBO project
Day Three – Performance Management, Payments, and Operations
* Performance standards, KPIs, and monitoring mechanisms
* Payment mechanisms during construction and operation phases
* Performance-based remuneration and deductions
* Operation and maintenance requirements under FIDIC Gold Book
* Service continuity and handover procedures
* Case Study: Managing operational performance in a PPP water project
Day Four – Claims, Dispute Resolution, and Long-Term Compliance
* Claims arising during construction and operation periods
* Notice requirements, substantiation, and records management
* Dispute Avoidance/Adjudication Boards (DAAB) for DBO contracts
* Handling long-term compliance and performance disputes
* Environmental, social, and sustainability requirements
* Practical Session: Drafting a compliant performance claim under DBO
Day Five – Project Completion, Handover, and Lessons Learned
* Transition from construction to operation phase
* Handover, commissioning, and performance testing procedures
* Defects Notification and Operation Service Periods
* Lessons from completed DBO and PPP projects
* Contract close-out and knowledge transfer mechanisms
* Workshop: Managing the full lifecycle of a Gold Book project
* Final assessment and professional certification review
Who Should Attend
This program is ideal for:
* Project Managers and Contract Administrators
* Engineers and Consultants involved in DBO or PPP projects
* Procurement and Commercial Managers
* Infrastructure Developers and Concession Managers
* Legal and Contract Advisors
* Public Sector Officials managing long-term service contracts
Training Methodology
* Interactive expert-led lectures
* Real-world case studies of DBO/PPP projects
* Group discussions and analytical exercises
* Practical workshops and role-based simulations
* End-of-course assessment and feedback session
Organisational Benefits
* Enhanced understanding of long-term risk and performance management
* Stronger compliance with DBO and PPP contract requirements
* Improved project sustainability and operational efficiency
* Reduced disputes through better performance monitoring
* Increased institutional capability in managing complex infrastructure contracts
Personal Benefits
* Mastery of FIDIC Gold Book principles and operational structure
* Ability to manage projects from design to operation with confidence
* Improved understanding of performance-based contract management
* Strengthened capability in claim handling and dispute resolution
* Recognition as a certified DBO contract management professional
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the program will receive:
🎓 **Professional Certification in FIDIC Gold Book Contract Management (PCF-GBM)**
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