Coaching and Advising Services for DLA Distribution Mangagement System Deployment
Issuing Office:
DLA Distribution Acquisition Operations (J7)
430 Mifflin Ave, Suite 3102A
New Cumberland, PA 17070-5008
September 20, 2019
Subject: Synopsis regarding Sole Source Solicitation to Lean Quest LLC for establishment of a five-year Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract for coaching and advising services.
Product Service Code: R799
Solicitation Number: SP3300-19-Q-0104
Closing Response Date: 02 October 2019
Point of Contact: Acquisition Specialist, Angeline Graff at Angeline.Graff@dla.mil
Description: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Distribution intends to solicit and award a five-year Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract on a sole source basis under authority of FAR 6.302-1 to Lean Quest Inc. for commercial coaching and advising services in support of deployment of DLA's Distribution Management System (DMS) across the DLA Distribution network.
Interested parties may request a copy of the solicitation via e-mail Angeline.Graff@dla.mil. Copies of the solicitation will be provided electronically via email. No hardcopies of the solicitation will be provided. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency.
For informational purposes, contractors are advised that contractor personnel must meet all qualifications listed for the two key personnel labor categories identified below. Five resumes are required for each of the two key personnel labor categories (10 resumes total).
1) Principal Level Staff:
Possess 10+ years' experience designing and operating a Management System based on TPS in an organization that manages a network of service parts warehouses. Must possess 5+ years' experience supporting DoD clients in implementing Management Systems based on TPS:
• Possess expert knowledge of the implementation of a Management System based on TPS principles and practices for an organization that manages a network of service parts warehouses (to include retail & wholesale type operations);
• Possess expert ability to coach and mentor all levels of management in the principles and practices of a Management System based on TPS in a service parts warehouse environment;
• Possess expert ability to design, develop and implement a train-the-trainer program (based on lessons learned from the Toyota "Operations Management Consulting Division (OMCD)";
• Possess expert knowledge of best practice for the service parts industry (e.g. includes the key processes such as Inbound, Storage, and Outbound as well as the technologies and methods used to manage a network of warehouse operations);
• Possess working knowledge of DoD storage & distribution operations at the warehouse and network level that includes the processes, key functions, and technologies (ex. Distribution Standard System "DSS"). This is required in order to provide credible advice & guidance for improving Information Technology (IT), automation & methods to manage in a TPS environment;
• Possess the ability to read, write, speak, and effectively communicate using the English language in oral and written communications;
• Possess significant experience in leading and providing technical direction involving multiple projects of high complexity that includes the development of a multi-year and phased implementation plan;
• Provide quality control of projects and interface with client on project specific issues;
• Possess the ability to negotiate and make binding decisions for the Contractor; and
• Deliver presentations and lead senior level client meetings
2) Consultant Level Staff:
Possess 5+ years' experience working directly with or supporting the design & operation of a Management System based on TPS for an organization that manages a network of service parts warehouses. Must possess 2+ years' experience supporting DoD clients. The Consultant Level Staff shall:
• Possess knowledge of the implementation of a Management System based on TPS principles and practices for an organization that manages a network of service parts warehouses (to include retail & wholesale type operations);
• Possess the ability to coach all levels of leadership in the principles and practices of a Management System based on TPS in a service parts warehouse environment;
• Possess knowledge of DoD storage & distribution operations at the warehouse and network level that includes the processes, key functions, and technologies (ex. Distribution Standard System "DSS");
• Possess knowledge of best practice for the service parts industry (e.g. includes the key processes such as Inbound, Storage, and Outbound as well as the technologies and methods used to manage a network of warehouse operations);
• Possess the ability to work independently; work well with others in a team environment; and function effectively in difficult, emotionally charged situations.
• Possess experience in leading and providing technical direction involving projects of high complexity;
• Possess the ability to read, write, speak, and effectively communicate using the English language in oral and written communications; and
• Interface with the client on a day-to-day basis
Please be advised:
DLA is not looking for a contractor to develop a Management System. DLA's Distribution Management System has already been developed.
DLA is not looking for contractors who specialize in "lean", "lean six sigma", "belts", "Theory of Constraints" or any other variation of these programs.
DLA is not looking for TPS "manufacturing" experts.
Angeline A. Graff, Contract Specialist, Phone 7177707436, Email angeline.graff@dla.mil
