ESBD_522071_1780355777646_Scope of Work_Executive and Physician Search.pdf

Executive and Physician Search Firms - RFP

Scope of Work

The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

Executive and Physician Search Firms - Request for Proposal (RFP)

Statement of Work (SOW)

RFP # AIS-ADM-01701-RFP

Table of Contents

1. General

2. Objectives

3. Minimum Requirements

1. General The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (“MD Anderson”) is one of the world’s most respected institutions devoted exclusively to cancer patient care, research, education and prevention.

The intent of this Request for Proposals (“RFP”) is to select contracts with established, qualified and experienced retained executive search firms to support MD Anderson in the recruitment of senior administrative, executive-level, and faculty leaders across the institution. Selected firms will assist in identifying, sourcing, evaluating, and presenting highly qualified candidate(s) for leadership roles throughout the institution in areas including, but not limited to:

1.1 Clinical Administration

1.2 Faculty Leadership

1.3 Facilities

1.4 Finance

1.5 Human Resources

1.6 Information Technology

1.7 Legal/Compliance

1.8 Marketing

1.9 Not-for-Profit/Development

1.10 Nursing Administration

1.11 Research Administration

2. Objectives The engagement objectives shall include, but not be limited to:

2.1 Selecting supplier(s) to consult with MD Anderson to understand organizational needs, leadership expectations, and role-specific requirements.

2.2 Selecting supplier (s) to develop and refine detailed position descriptions and search specifications.

2.3 Selecting supplier(s) to conduct proactive talent research and outreach.

2.4 Selecting supplier(s) to conduct preliminary interviews to evaluate candidates’ qualifications, leadership capabilities, and cultural alignment.

2.5 Selecting supplier(s) to prepare and submit candidate profiles and resumes.

2.6 Selecting supplier(s) to coordinate interview logistics, as requested by MD Anderson.

2.7 Selecting supplier(s) to conduct professional and personal reference checks for finalist candidates.

2.8 Selecting supplier(s) to support successful candidate closure.

2.9 Selecting suppliers(s) will comply with all communication, reporting, confidentiality, and engagement protocols established by MD Anderson throughout the performance of the

Professional Services.

3. Minimum Requirements Service(s) shall include, but not be limited to the following:

3.1 Conduct nationwide or global searches: The selected supplier(s) shall conduct nationwide or global searches, as necessary, to identify the most qualified candidate(s) to meet MD Anderson needs.

3.2 Develop an understanding of the hiring need: The selected supplier(s) will meet and consult with MD

Anderson to understand the requirements for the position. This will include qualifications, such as professional credentials, personal characteristics, and any other information deemed relevant to the search.

3.3 Develop position description: The selected supplier(s) will develop position description(s), candidate profile(s), etc., subject to review and approval from MD Anderson. Such position description(s), candidate profile(s), etc., will outline at a minimum title, reporting relationships, responsibilities, required education, experience, etc.

3.4 Present best qualified candidates: The selected supplier(s) will collaborate with MD Anderson to identify qualified candidate(s) by obtaining a thorough understanding of the candidate(s)’ accomplishments, capabilities, and potential. The selected supplier(s) will submit résumé(s) to MD

Anderson. Qualified candidate(s) backgrounds will be presented to MD Anderson for review prior to inclusion in the status report and discussion during regularly scheduled conference calls, with the frequency determined by MD Anderson. The selected supplier(s) will provide regular progress updates to MD Anderson through scheduled conference calls.

3.5 Interview scheduling: At MD Anderson’s request, selected supplier(s) will coordinate interview scheduling and related logistics between MD Anderson and selected candidates.

3.6 Conduct reference checks on finalist candidate(s): The selected supplier(s) will verify and conduct reference checks regarding candidate(s)’ personal and professional experience as requested by MD

Anderson. The selected supplier(s) will provide MD Anderson with a summary of all reference findings. For confidentiality purposes, reference checks will be conducted only on those candidate(s) identified by MD Anderson as being of strong interest.

3.7 Conduct negotiation support: The selected supplier(s) will assist MD Anderson, as requested, with final negotiations related to terms of employment.