ART - MiscDedNegotiationsUnit

The document discusses the establishment of a Dedicated Negotiations Unit within the RFP Unit of DPM (Department of Procurement Management). This unit will focus on negotiating Non-IT bid waiver and sole source acquisitions in order to achieve enhanced quality, better terms and conditions, and lower prices. The document emphasizes the importance of negotiation in various aspects of life and highlights the need for thorough preparation and information gathering for successful negotiations. It also emphasizes the importance of balancing the needs of suppliers to make a profit with the responsibility of conducting business transparently and obtaining the best value for taxpayers. The document mentions the formation of a negotiation team led by a DPM Contracting Officer, collaboration with subject matter experts and procurement staff, and the establishment of negotiation objectives. It emphasizes cost control, supplier performance, and the desired quality of the product or service being negotiated. The document also discusses the importance of accurate specifications and statements of work for effective negotiations and emphasizes the need for collaboration between the client department, the CA Unit, and the Negotiation Team.