- Connect Learning Points: Link earlier learning points to essential post-award steps.
- Innovative RFP Types: Discuss innovative RFP types and the importance of continuous learning through gap analysis and supplier feedback.
- Refine Future Strategies: Highlight how post-evaluation actions influence future RFP success.
Learning Lab 6: Post-RFP Strategy and Review
- Date: 03/20/2025
- Start Time: 1:00 PM Eastern Time
- End Time: 5:00 PM Eastern Time
- Instructor: Mr. Michael R Thornton, CPPO, Mr. Victor Leamer, CPPBSenior Procurement ConsultantMr. Michael R Thornton, CPPOmikethornton36@gmail.com — Phone: 352-678-8908, Ms. Stéphanie Dion, NIGP-CPP, CPPBSenior BuyerMr. Victor Leamer, CPPBvictorleamer@gmail.com — Phone: 509-477-3693With over 30 years of public procurement experience at the county, state department, and state-wide levels, Leamer is currently the Senior Buyer with Spokane County in Washington. Victor earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism from Western Washington University (Bellingham, WA) in 1985 and the Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) designation in 2009. Victor teaches Developing and Managing Requests for Proposals (in-person/online) and the Core Certificate: Foundations in Strategy and Policy for NIGP (virtual) and has presented NIGP webinars on protests, evaluating responsiveness in bids, and contract price adjustments. Victor also serves on NIGP's Talent Council (2021) and the Content Management Committee (formerly Knowledge Management Committee) since 2015 and is a founding member/former Vice President of the Alaska/Hawaii Governmental Procurement Association NIGP Chapter.Procurement ManagerMs. Stéphanie Dion, NIGP-CPP, CPPBstephaniedion@yahoo.ca — Phone: 306-216-7887Stéphanie Dion is a distinguished procurement professional with over 20 years of experience across diverse public sectors, currently serving as the Procurement Manager for Canoe Procurement Group of Canada. With a NIGP-CPP and CPPB certifications, her expertise is further validated by her past roles as the Director, Procurement Centre of Excellence for the Government of Manitoba, Manitoba Hydro and Government of Yukon. Originating from a background in education, Stéphanie holds a teaching degree and is deeply involved in various professional development initiatives internationally. She is the co-founder of the RFPDreamTeam, is an active participant in professional associations since 2012 and a recent appointee to the NIGP Certification Commission. Stéphanie’s commitment to the field is recognized by her 2021 NIGP Buyer of the Year Award and contributions to Supply Pro Magazine.
- Level: Foundation
- Format: Virtual Instructor-Led
- Contact Hours: 4
Instructors: Stéphanie Dion, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, Victor Leamer, CPPB, and Mike Thornton, CPPO