Wednesday, July 24, 2024, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

This workshop provides “hands-on” experience in developing RFPs used in the public sector. Participants will develop a thorough understanding of the RFP process and how to incorporate skills learned into future procurements. Participants will learn by practical application in addition to classroom theory.

Objectives

• Identify the most appropriate circumstances for using the RFP method
• Develop a Statement of Work, the foundation of an RFP
• Learn technical writing skills for RFP development
• Understand the different payment methods and how to select the appropriate method
• Develop an Evaluation Scoring Matrix
• Apply various methods of evaluation and selection
• Recognize model contract language for contracts

Topics

• Using the Request for Proposal Method
• Proposal Development (Statement of Work, Payment Types, Services vs. Commodities)
• Pre-Proposal Conferences
• Proposal Submission
• Evaluation and Selection (Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Teams, Determining Competitive Range)
• Contract Negotiations
• Contract Award and Execution

Cost

$375
 

Special Instructions

Lunch Included

Location

NCTCOG Arlington Offices
Centerpoint Two
616 Six Flags Drive
Arlington, TX 76011

Target Audience

• All public procurement professionals responsible for the development of RFPs
• Program staff who develop RFPs
• Anyone interested in learning how to develop RFPs for the public sector

Subjects

Contracts & Purchasing Academy