Specifications include, but are not limited to: FSSA is interested in engaging outside resources through this RFI and intends to procure a vendor to administer the service described herein as related to strategic sourcing. The vendor must demonstrate the ability to provide timely, accurate and comprehensive advice and support regarding competitive bidding, contract negotiation, performance management and implementation of pay for performance metrics. It is expected that significant and successful procurement and health & human services experience will be demonstrated by the vendor. In consideration of this RFI, the vendor will participate in the following activities as determined and needed by FSSA. 1) Complete data analysis and research to measure the success of current contracts and/or vendor relationships and identify improvement strategies, as requested by FSSA. 2) Conduct market assessments and advise FSSA regarding potential respondents to the states competitive bidding process and strategies to attract these vendors to respond to a particular competitive bid. 3) Provide end-to-end procurement project management, including: - Development of appropriate timelines for the identified projects, accounting for all necessary pre-procurement research and review by state and federal stakeholders. - Creation of a competitive bidding and negotiation strategy, which may include the development of pay-for-performance payment options. - Assistance drafting necessary bidding documents that include Indiana-driven performance metrics, including: RFPs, RFIs, Best and Final Offers (BAFOs), scoring/review templates, question and answers documents, etc. - Coordination with the Indiana Department of Administration regarding all competitive bidding processes and required approvals. - Support for review processes with state staff and for coordination of internal team member and vendor partners for negotiation. 4) Assist with development of contract language in collaboration with FSSAs Office of General Counsel (OGC) and any outside legal counsel, as designated by FSSA. 5) Assist with contract re-negotiation and/or corrective action development, as necessary, with support from the OGC. 6) Participate in an on-site monthly executive team meeting regarding the status of all projects and locate staff on site for all other necessary meetings, as identified by FSSA. 7) Maintain complete confidentiality during all competitive bidding processes and refrain from engaging in other projects that would pose a conflict of interest.
