JOIN US FOR OUR WEB SERIES
The Center for Procurement Excellence is pleased to announce a free interactive web series, “Ask of the RFP Doctor”. In this first-of-its-kind virtual discussion, procurement experts provide practical advice in addressing today’s purchasing, supply chain, and acquisition challenges. Here’s how it works:
• Teaching Moment (15 minutes): the RFP Doctor will kick things off with a brief presentation targeted at a specific topic
• CPE Virtual Peer Group (30 minutes): next, we will split up into small groups and give attendees an opportunity to network with each other and have a discussion on a relevant topic. Learn More
• Ask the RFP Doctor – Office Hours (15 minutes or until the questions run out!): we’ll come back together for an open Q&A session. Have a challenging RFP ahead? Have a unique situation? Bring your questions and let’s get it figured out!
Third Thursdays of every month starting at 12:00pm Central
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Upcoming Ask the RFP Doctor Events
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19
December
The Secret of How High-Qualified Suppliers can offer Lower Costs
How can highly qualified suppliers simultaneously offer cheaper costs? We’ll cover an example where this happened and how the client substantiated the low cost (and ultimately achieved a successful project!) We’ll also uncover the real-world benefits of how becoming a “client of choice” results in cost savings.
16
Jan
Negotiating for Potential Project Risks
The best time to discuss potential project risks is during negotiations BEFORE the contract is signed. But this is easier said than done! We’ll share a real example to illustrate the appropriate level of detail to strive for during negotiations with your vendors.
20
Feb
Using the Request for Solution (RFS)
RFS or “Challenge RFPs” are becoming more popular – but how do they work, in reality? We will illustrate the RFS process via several real examples. Come learn more about this powerful solicitation approach!
20
March
How to Run a Consensus Meeting
Consensus meetings are a golden opportunity to uphold (or abandon!) the principles of a fair, open, and transparent evaluation process. How can procurement professionals avoid the pitfalls and manage consensus meetings more effectively?
17
April
Release Control (and get Better Projects!)
Allowing suppliers to create their own scope can be beneficial for some project types. But how can we do this fairly & legally in the context of public procurement rules which require an apples-to-apples competition? Join our session to find out – and learn from multiple real examples where this has been done successfully!
15
May
Write a Shorter Scope!
When it comes to the scope that is published in your RFPs, longer is *NOT* always better! Let’s discuss the pitfalls of scope documents that are too long. Then we’ll share the secrets to writing a shorter scope – including what to focus on and why this leads to better project results!
CPE Virtual Peer Groups
CPE’s Virtual Peer Groups provide attendees an opportunity to network in one of four areas below. We’ll provide a suggested topic, and invite attendees to provide feedback and advice with each other.
| Peer Group | Description |
|---|---|
| Leadership of Procurement Groups | CPOs, Procurement Leaderships, Executives |
| IT Procurement | All things IT including software, hardware, system integrator, and more |
| Capital Projects & Alternative Delivery | Strategies for large design and construction, including best practices for new alternative delivery methods (DB, PDB, CMAR/CMGC, IPD, P3) |
| Procurement Processes | Statements of Work, Evaluations, Interviews, Clarification, Partnering |