Provision of Accredited Training- Diploma of Project Management

1. Background

The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is responsible for the operation of all bus, train and ferry public transport services in the greater metropolitan area under the Transperth brand. We operate public transport services in regional centres under the TransRegional brand; road coach and rail passenger services to regional areas under the TransWA brand; and administer and manage School Bus Services.

The PTA’s Project Management Framework (PMF) provides guidance, structure, and standards for good project management as it relates to the Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK). The PTA’s Project Management Policy and associated guidelines define the process and responsibilities for project work and are supported by definitions, templates, standards and tools to form a framework for the management of projects. The PMF defines six distinct and gated stages in a project’s life cycle: needs; evaluation; definition; delivery; asset acceptance; and completion. The PTA’s Project Stage Gate Reviews are sequential, structured and mandatory.

The PTA is seeking to develop and deliver an engaging, customised training program that targets employees working in a project management role. The program shall be based on the PMBOK and align to Australian Quality Training Framework standards. It shall consist of 12 key learning modules to be delivered within a 12 month period for a class size between 15 –17 participants. The contract shall run for one cohort per year, with the option to run additional cohorts each year for up to two subsequent years, subject to demand. The participants shall receive a Diploma of Project Management on completion of the program.

The objective of this Contract is for the successful delivery of a customised Diploma of Project Management (BSB50820) program that embeds the PTA’s PMF, as well as related processes, templates, and systems. The Contractor will be required to consult closely with the PTA’s Contract Manager and selected subject matter experts in the design and delivery of courseware.