Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Illinois Tollway is seeking Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) Services that will support the implementation of a Tier 1 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Solution being undertaken by the Agency. Based on previous assessments at the Tollway, it has been determined that an ERP solution would enable much needed integration across various business functions currently supported by disparate, home-grown Systems. A solid foundation for the Program, involving requirements consolidation, streamlined business processes, strategic planning, along with flawless execution to that plan, is critical to our success over the next few years. The Tollway understands the risks associated with such an undertaking and hence recently solicited Proposals from experts who have a proven methodology and an excellent track record at providing Advisory and Management Services on similar business transformation programs. While the RFP for Advisory and Management Services (Illinois Procurement Bulletin # 22030415) is currently active, the Tollway is seeking professional IV&V services with this RFP 13-0203, to assist with the Definition, Implementation, Monitoring, Execution and Reporting on IV&V activities for the duration of the Program. The Tollways IV&V efforts will be independent of the Advisory and Management Services and the vendor selected will work directly with the Tollway, as well as the vendor selected for the Advisory and Management Services RFP. These activities are described in detail in the later sections, but briefly listed below: Project management of the IV&V activities, thus supporting the overall ERP Program Establish a project plan for performing IV&V activities Establish methodology, tools & templates for all IV&V activities Develop and implement necessary processes, protocols and guidelines Define strategy/approach to assess and manage the quality and integrity of project deliverables Establish guidelines for documenting and publishing future RFPs (ex: Implementation) and further with selection of an ERP solution and Implementation Vendor selection Perform IV&V activities Analyze information, report on IV&V findings and recommend corrective actions as needed Quantify risk on the Program and proactively assist with risk mitigation steps.
