Specifications include, but are not limited to: 4.1 Research Planning ● Provide recommendations on the best methodology or methodologies to answer the research questions outlined in section 3.2. ● Provide recommendations on appropriate sampling techniques for the project. ● In consultation with VF staff, design appropriate research instruments (questionnaire, discussion guides, etc). 4.2 Research Execution ● Implement the research design recommended by the firm and approved by VF. ● Adhere to the proposed timeline for completion of the study. ● Keep VF staff aware of any issues or problems that arise during the course of the study and adjust as necessary with approval from VF staff. ● Analyze the data and report on the findings. 4.3 Deliverables • Finalized research instruments (e.g. questionnaires, discussion guides, or other) as determined by the research methodology • If any primary data collection is performed, the raw data shall be owned by VF and provided by the firm in an appropriate file format (e.g. SPSS file for survey responses) • Final report on the findings of the research project, to be delivered in the form of a written report and/or slide deck. These findings are to be presented to VF via a virtual meeting, or in person with the decision to be made in consultation with VF
