RFI_1100_MTL6000_ATT_1_v1.pdf

CITY OF AUSTIN

FINANCIAL SERVICES

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

Training Software Platform: Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement Modules

Solicitation No: RFI 1100 MTL6000

Date Issued: Thursday, October 01, 2026

Commodity/Service Description: Strategic Technology Planning And Consulting Services

Commodity Code(s): 91890

Responses due prior to: November 02, 2026

Submit responses to the following recipients:

Annette.Fontaine@austinenergy.com, Michael.Adams@austinenergy.com, ,

1.0 Purpose

Austin Energy (AE) is seeking information to better understand options available in the marketplace for software platforms that deliver flexible module-based training, structured content for Lean Six Sigma, and continuous improvement opportunities. This RFI is for informational and planning purposes only. It is not a solicitation and does not constitute a request for proposals, bids, quotations, or offers. The RFI does not create a contract, purchase order, or other commitment by the City to purchase any product or service.

Responses will not be used to select, rank, or award business to any respondent. The City may use information received to better understand the marketplace, identify commonly available approaches, inform internal planning, and support future business or technology discussions, as appropriate.

2.0 Background and Current Environment

Austin Energy is currently responsible for providing in-house Lean Six Sigma training. This is only a small part of our job duties. AE does not have the bandwidth to increase the number of cohorts we run due to instructor and classroom space availability. Field personnel also find it difficult to attend in-person learning at another site. Therefore, AE has a need for an online platform that can provide this training. Austin Energy is looking into online training options to make the courses easier for employees to access. AE may continue offering in-person classes or use them to supplement the online training, depending on what’s available.

3.0 Response Outline

Austin Energy welcomes a brief overview of your training platform and any relevant information about the solution and its capabilities, such as brochures, demo links, and screenshots. If available, please share information about your solution in the areas below.

These topics are intended to guide responses; vendors may focus on what is relevant to their platform and share existing materials.

mailto:Annette.Fontaine@austinenergy.com mailto:Michael.Adams@austinenergy.com

General Solution Capabilities

For purposes of understanding the marketplace, respondents may describe the types of capabilities commonly available in module-based training or related platforms such as:

• Modular/customizable learning paths.

• Ability to support online modules and in-person discussions.

• Lean Six Sigma training, including White, Yellow, Green, and Black Belt.

• Reporting, tracking, and learner analytics.

• Integration capabilities with existing enterprise systems, such as Workday

Learn, Application Programming Interface, Single Sign-On, Learning Management System, or Human Resources Information System.

Platform Capabilities

• Training platform overview and module structure.

• Customization, dashboards, and reporting capabilities.

• Hosting model, including cloud or on-premises.

• Data protection.

Implementation and Cost Estimates

Cost information provided through this RFI will be used solely to support preliminary market research and internal planning. The City is not requesting a formal quotation, proposal, bid, or offer. Any cost information provided should be considered general market information and not a binding price commitment.

Respondents may provide information such as:

• Onboarding process, including training and implementation timelines.

• Provide general cost estimates for the solution, including implementation.

The Respondent, by submitting a response, acknowledges that this request is not a solicitation, will not result in a contract award, and the information provided may be utilized in possible future solicitations.

DISCLAIMER

This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or contract. All material submitted to the City becomes public property and is subject to the Texas Open Records Act upon receipt. Any information submitted in the RFI should not contain proprietary and/or confidential information.

Responses to the RFI will not be returned. Accordingly, responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted as such or to form or suggest a contract or commitment of any nature. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.