Decision by committee
With more and more public agencies using requests for proposal (RFPs) to buy goods and services, it is important for procurement professionals to assume their proper role.
Of course, the RFP process allows an organization to consider factors other than cost in the selection process, including past performance, relevant experience and project approach. This is different than a conventional bid process that looks solely at the lowest price.
So now that we know more RFPs are being used, what role should procurement play?
With more and more public agencies using requests for proposal (RFPs) to buy goods and services, it is important for procurement professionals to assume their proper role. Of course, the RFP process allows an organization to consider factors other than cost in the selection process, including past performance, relevant experience and project approach. This is different than a conventional bid process that looks solely at the lowest price. So now that we know more RFPs...