The document outlines the competitive procurement process for an RFP via a flow chart depicting the key steps:
1) An executive committee and workgroup determine the procurement strategy, scope, and budget before drafting an RFP.
2) The RFP is reviewed by legal and fiscal experts before being posted for vendor response.
3) Vendors submit proposals that are scored and evaluated to select a vendor, with the selection recommended to the superintendent for approval.
4) Once approved, contract negotiations are conducted and a final contract is executed and distributed, allowing the vendor to commence their work.