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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

What software application tools exist in the organization today to support the SIM? Most documentation of SIM work has been with Microsoft Office Products.

Will VAPAHCS consider to license technologies (i.e., project management tools) from vendor if it is demonstrated these solutions will assist in achieving the goals of the RFP? This is a separate consideration that would need to be made at a later date. Any tool that is procured would follow federal contracting guidelines and there is no guarantee that the products could be purchased from the awardee of this contract.

Are we allowed to submit past published articles and/or collateral as validation of our competencies and industry impact? Yes Is there an estimate of Improvement Projects and Rapid Improvement Events to be supported by this engagement? There is not an estimated number of projects at this time.

Is it expected that the 7 executive leaders will lead a project by forming a team? While there are executives leading different strategic initiatives, there is no requirement that each executive have an ongoing project that they lead at any given time.

Will the vendor be facilitating the activities of this team? Yes, the vendor may be called upon to facilitate improvement activities, particularly at the mid-level sensei level.

Is it permitted that we would involve more than 4 Lean Sensei if we wish to also include an individual with specialization in behavioral coaching to provide a workshop on becoming an emotionally intelligent leader? (This would seem compatible with the specifications of the engagement). Not at this time.

Is the VA seeking training certification as a result of project work? or just coaching? The contract will NOT include training certification. Focus will be on executive and leadership coaching to further develop the existing lean management system.

Will there be any training participants beyond the 7 individuals mentioned in the RFP? Coaching will be provided to the 7 executive team members as well as senior organizational leaders that are working on organizational priorities.

Is there an Incumbent? What firm? Previously educational contracts and services were provided through Purdue University but no contract was used.

Are the 240 hours to be split among the 4 resources required from the vendor? Yes Is ANY travel for this project reimbursable under FTR? All travel cost need to be built into your proposal.

Are travel costs to be included as a "flat fee" in this bid? All travel cost need to be built into your proposal.

Are Letters of Commitment" from SME Seisei required in the Proposal response? NO ALL ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 20 APRIL 2018 AT NOON PST IN ORDER TO BE REVIEWED AND ANSWERED.