Common use of VENDOR’S QUALIFICATIONS Clause in Contracts

VENDOR’S QUALIFICATIONS. A Vendor shall provide resumes or short biographies and qualifications of all management, supervisory, and key personnel to be involved in performing the services contemplated under this RFP. The resumes shall present the personnel in sufficient detail to provide the Task Force with evidence that the personnel involved can perform the work specified in the RFP. A Vendor shall provide a brief history of its company, to include the name and location of the company and any parent/subsidiary affiliation with other entities. If a Vendor is utilizing the services of a subcontractor(s) for any of the service components listed, the Vendor shall include in its proposal response a brief history of the subcontractor’s company to include the information requested herein. A Vendor shall provide: • A brief professional history, including the number of years of experience in tax reform consulting or related experience and any professional affiliations and trade affiliations. • A listing of current accounts and the longevity of those accounts. • An organizational chart highlighting the names/positions that will be involved in the contract, including the individual who will be primarily responsible for managing the account on a day-to-day basis. • An outline of the Vendor’s or employees’ experience in tax reform assessment, research, and reporting. • A full explanation of staffing, functions, and methodology to be used in areas of tax reform assessment and account management, identifying specifically the personnel that will be assigned to the account. All such personnel are subject to Task Force approval. Describe any staff functions that are considered unique to the account. • A detailed description of the plan for assisting the Task Force in meeting its goals and objectives, including how the requirements will be met and what assurances of efficiency and success the proposed approach will provide. • An indication of how soon after the contract award the personnel named would be available and indicate any possible scheduling conflicts that might exist during the period of the contract. Any other limitations on the availability to perform under this RFP or to attend meetings must be fully explained. • An indication of the timeframe the Vendor would require to assist the Task Force in meeting its goals and objectives. • A detailed, narrative statement listing the three (3) most recent, comparable contracts (including contact information) that the Vendor has performed and the general history and experience of its organization. • At least two (2) samples of the Vendor’s work on comparable projects. • At least three (3) references from entities that have recent (within the last three (3) years) contract experience with the Vendor and are able to attest to the Vendor’s work experience and qualifications relevant to this RFP. • A list of every business for which Vendor has performed, at any time during the past three (3) years, services substantially similar to those sought with this solicitation. Err on the side of inclusion; by submitting an offer, Vendor represents that the list is complete. • List of failed projects, suspensions, debarments, and significant litigation. • An outline or other information relating to why the Vendor’s experience qualifies in meeting the specifications stated in Section 3 of this RFP. The Vendor should demonstrate the work the Vendor has done for clients during the past three (3) years and indicate which individual on its staff was responsible for the work. Referenced work should provide a clear indication of the types of tax reform consulting services that can be obtained for the Task Force. A Vendor shall provide information on any conflict of interest with the objectives and goals of the Task Force that could result from other projects in which the Vendor is involved. Failure to disclose any such conflict may be cause for Contract termination or disqualification of the response. A Vendor or its subcontractor(s) must list all clients that were lost between January 2014 and the present and the reason for the loss. The Task Force reserves the right to contact any accounts listed in this section. A Vendor must describe any contract disputes involving an amount of thirty-five thousand dollars ($35,000) or more that the Vendor, or its subcontractor(s), has been involved in within the past two (2) years. Please indicate if the dispute(s) have been successfully resolved.

VENDOR’S QUALIFICATIONS. A Vendor shall provide resumes or short biographies and qualifications of all management, supervisory, and key personnel to be involved in performing the services contemplated under this RFP. The resumes shall present the personnel in sufficient detail to provide the Task Force with evidence that the personnel involved can perform the work specified in the RFP. A Vendor shall provide a brief history of its company, to include the name and location of the company and any parent/subsidiary affiliation with other entities. If a Vendor is utilizing the services of a subcontractor(s) for any of the service components listed, the Vendor shall include in its proposal response a brief history of the subcontractor’s company to include the information requested herein. A Vendor shall provide: •  A brief professional history, including the number of years of experience in tax reform consulting or related experience and any professional affiliations and trade affiliations. •  A listing of current accounts and the longevity of those accounts. •  An organizational chart highlighting the names/positions that will be involved in the contract, including the individual who will be primarily responsible for managing the account on a day-to-day basis. •  An outline of the Vendor’s or employees’ experience in tax reform assessment, research, and reporting. •  A full explanation of staffing, functions, and methodology to be used in areas of tax reform assessment and account management, identifying specifically the personnel that will be assigned to the account. All such personnel are subject to Task Force approval. Describe any staff functions that are considered unique to the account. •  A detailed description of the plan for assisting the Task Force in meeting its goals and objectives, including how the requirements will be met and what assurances of efficiency and success the proposed approach will provide. •  An indication of how soon after the contract award the personnel named would be available and indicate any possible scheduling conflicts that might exist during the period of the contract. Any other limitations on the availability to perform under this RFP or to attend meetings must be fully explained. •  An indication of the timeframe the Vendor would require to assist the Task Force in meeting its goals and objectives. •  A detailed, narrative statement listing the three (3) most recent, comparable contracts (including contact information) that the Vendor has performed and the general history and experience of its organization. •  At least two (2) samples of the Vendor’s work on comparable projects. •  At least three (3) references from entities that have recent (within the last three (3) years) contract experience with the Vendor and are able to attest to the Vendor’s work experience and qualifications relevant to this RFP. •  A list of every business for which Vendor has performed, at any time during the past three (3) years, services substantially similar to those sought with this solicitation. Err on the side of inclusion; by submitting an offer, Vendor represents that the list is complete. •  List of failed projects, suspensions, debarments, and significant litigation. •  An outline or other information relating to why the Vendor’s experience qualifies in meeting the specifications stated in Section 3 of this RFP. The Vendor should demonstrate the work the Vendor has done for clients during the past three (3) years and indicate which individual on its staff was responsible for the work. Referenced work should provide a clear indication of the types of tax reform consulting services that can be obtained for the Task Force. A Vendor shall provide information on any conflict of interest with the objectives and goals of the Task Force that could result from other projects in which the Vendor is involved. Failure to disclose any such conflict may be cause for Contract termination or disqualification of the response. A Vendor or its subcontractor(s) must list all clients that were lost between January 2014 and the present and the reason for the loss. The Task Force reserves the right to contact any accounts listed in this section. A Vendor must describe any contract disputes involving an amount of thirty-five thousand dollars ($35,000) or more that the Vendor, or its subcontractor(s), has been involved in within the past two (2) years. Please indicate if the dispute(s) have been successfully resolved.

VENDOR’S QUALIFICATIONS. A Vendor shall provide resumes or short biographies and qualifications of all management, supervisory, and key personnel to be involved in performing the services contemplated under this RFP. The resumes shall present the personnel in sufficient detail to provide the Task Force Subcommittee with evidence that the personnel involved can perform the work specified in the RFP. A Vendor shall provide a brief history of its company, to include the name and location of the company and any parent/subsidiary affiliation with other entities. If a Vendor is utilizing the services of a subcontractor(s) for any of the service components listed, the Vendor shall include in its proposal response a brief history of the subcontractor’s company to include the information requested herein. A Vendor shall provide: • A brief professional history, including the number of years of experience in tax reform consulting providing the services required under this RFP or related experience and any professional affiliations and trade affiliations. • A listing of current accounts and the longevity of those accounts. • An organizational chart highlighting the names/positions that will be involved in the contract, including the individual who will be primarily responsible for managing the account on a day-to-day basis. • An outline of the Vendor’s or employees’ experience in tax reform assessment, research, and reporting. • A full explanation of staffing, functions, and methodology to be used in areas of tax reform assessment and account management, identifying specifically the personnel that will be assigned to the account. All such personnel are subject to Task Force approval. Describe any staff functions that are considered unique to the account. • A detailed description of the plan for assisting the Task Force Subcommittee in meeting its goals and objectives, including how the requirements will be met and what assurances of efficiency and success the proposed approach will provide. • An indication of how soon after the contract award the personnel named would be available and indicate any possible scheduling conflicts that might exist during the period of the contract. Any other limitations on the availability to perform under this RFP or to attend meetings must be fully explained. • An indication of the timeframe the Vendor would require to assist the Task Force Subcommittee in meeting its goals and objectives. • A detailed, narrative statement listing the three (3) most recent, comparable contracts (including contact information) that the Vendor has performed and the general history and experience of its organization. • At least two (2) samples of the Vendor’s work on comparable projects. • At least three (3) references from entities that have recent (within the last three (3) years) contract experience with the Vendor and are able to attest to the Vendor’s work experience and qualifications relevant to this RFP. • A list of every business for which Vendor has performed, at any time during the past three (3) years, services substantially similar to those sought with this solicitation. Err on the side of inclusion; by submitting an offer, Vendor represents that the list is complete. • List of failed projects, suspensions, debarments, and significant litigation. • An outline or other information relating to why the Vendor’s experience qualifies in meeting the specifications stated in Section 3 of this RFP. The Vendor should demonstrate the work the Vendor has done for clients during the past three (3) years and indicate which individual on its staff was responsible for the work. Referenced work should provide a clear indication of the types of tax reform consulting services that can be obtained for the Task Force. A Vendor shall provide information on any conflict of interest with the objectives and goals of the Task Force Subcommittee that could result from other projects in which the Vendor is involved. Failure to disclose any such conflict may be cause for Contract termination or disqualification of the response. A Vendor or its subcontractor(s) must list all clients that were lost between January 2014 May 2016 and the present and the reason for the loss. The Task Force Subcommittee reserves the right to contact any accounts listed in this section. A Vendor must describe any contract disputes involving an amount of thirty-five thousand dollars ($35,000) or more that the Vendor, or its subcontractor(s), has been involved in within the past two (2) years. Please indicate if the dispute(s) have been successfully resolved.

VENDOR’S QUALIFICATIONS. A Vendor shall provide resumes or short biographies and qualifications of all management, supervisory, and key personnel to be involved in performing the services contemplated under this RFP. The resumes shall present the personnel in sufficient detail to provide the Task Force Subcommittee with evidence that the personnel involved can perform the work specified in the RFP. A Vendor shall provide a brief history of its company, to include the name and location of the company and any parent/subsidiary affiliation with other entities. If a Vendor is utilizing the services of a subcontractor(s) for any of the service components listed, the Vendor shall include in its proposal response a brief history of the subcontractor’s company to include the information requested herein. A Vendor shall provide: •  A brief professional history, including the number of years of experience in tax reform consulting providing the services required under this RFP or related experience and any professional affiliations and trade affiliations. •  A listing of current accounts and the longevity of those accounts. •  An organizational chart highlighting the names/positions that will be involved in the contract, including the individual who will be primarily responsible for managing the account on a day-to-day basis. • An outline of the Vendor’s or employees’ experience in tax reform assessment, research, and reporting. • A full explanation of staffing, functions, and methodology to be used in areas of tax reform assessment and account management, identifying specifically the personnel that will be assigned to the account. All such personnel are subject to Task Force approval. Describe any staff functions that are considered unique to the account. •  A detailed description of the plan for assisting the Task Force Subcommittee in meeting its goals and objectives, including how the requirements will be met and what assurances of efficiency and success the proposed approach will provide. • An indication of how soon after the contract award the personnel named would be available and indicate any possible scheduling conflicts that might exist during the period of the contract. Any other limitations on the availability to perform under this RFP or to attend meetings must be fully explained. •  An indication of the timeframe the Vendor would require to assist the Task Force Subcommittee in meeting its goals and objectives. •  A detailed, narrative statement listing the three (3) most recent, comparable contracts (including contact information) that the Vendor has performed and the general history and experience of its organization. • At least two (2) samples of the Vendor’s work on comparable projects. •  At least three (3) references from entities that have recent (within the last three (3) years) contract experience with the Vendor and are able to attest to the Vendor’s work experience and qualifications relevant to this RFP. •  A list of every business for which Vendor has performed, at any time during the past three (3) years, services substantially similar to those sought with this solicitation. Err on the side of inclusion; by submitting an offer, Vendor represents that the list is complete. •  List of failed projects, suspensions, debarments, and significant litigation. •  An outline or other information relating to why the Vendor’s experience qualifies in meeting the specifications stated in Section 3 of this RFP. The Vendor should demonstrate the work the Vendor has done for clients during the past three (3) years and indicate which individual on its staff was responsible for the work. Referenced work should provide a clear indication of the types of tax reform consulting services that can be obtained for the Task Force. A Vendor shall provide information on any conflict of interest with the objectives and goals of the Task Force Subcommittee that could result from other projects in which the Vendor is involved. Failure to disclose any such conflict may be cause for Contract termination or disqualification of the response. A Vendor or its subcontractor(s) must list all clients that were lost between January 2014 May 2016 and the present and the reason for the loss. The Task Force Subcommittee reserves the right to contact any accounts listed in this section. A Vendor must describe any contract disputes involving an amount of thirty-five thousand dollars ($35,000) or more that the Vendor, or its subcontractor(s), has been involved in within the past two (2) years. Please indicate if the dispute(s) have been successfully resolved.

VENDOR’S QUALIFICATIONS. A Vendor shall provide resumes or short biographies and qualifications of all management, supervisory, and key personnel to be involved in performing the services contemplated under this RFP. The resumes shall present the personnel in sufficient detail to provide the Task Force Committee with evidence that the personnel involved can perform the work specified in the RFP. A Vendor shall provide a brief history of its company, to include the name and location of the company and any parent/subsidiary affiliation with other entities. If a Vendor is utilizing the services of a subcontractor(s) for any of the service components listed, the Vendor shall include in its proposal response a brief history of the subcontractor’s company to include the information requested herein. A Vendor shall provide: • A brief professional history, including the number of years of experience in tax reform actuarial consulting or related experience and any professional affiliations and trade affiliations. • A listing of current accounts and the longevity of those accounts. • An organizational chart highlighting the names/positions that will be involved in the contract, including the individual who will be primarily responsible for managing the account on a day-to-to- day basis. • An outline of the Vendor’s or employees’ experience in tax reform assessmentactuarial services, research, and reporting. • A full explanation of staffing, functions, and methodology to be used in areas of tax reform assessment actuarial services and account management, identifying specifically the personnel that will be assigned to the account. All such personnel are subject to Task Force Committee approval. Describe any staff functions that are considered unique to the account. • A detailed description of the plan for assisting the Task Force Committee and other committees of the Arkansas General Assembly in meeting its goals and objectives, including how the requirements will be met and what assurances of efficiency and success the proposed approach will provide. • An indication of how soon after the contract award the personnel named would be available and indicate any possible scheduling conflicts that might exist during the period of the contract. Any other limitations on the availability to perform under this RFP or to attend meetings must be fully explained. • An indication of the timeframe the Vendor would require to assist the Task Force Committee in meeting its goals and objectives. • A detailed, narrative statement listing the three (3) most recent, comparable contracts (including contact information) that the Vendor has performed and the general history and experience of its organization. • At least two (2) samples of the Vendor’s work on comparable projects. • At least three (3) references from entities that have recent (within the last three (3) years) contract experience with the Vendor and are able to attest to the Vendor’s work experience and qualifications relevant to this RFP. • A list of every business for which Vendor has performed, at any time during the past three (3) years, services substantially similar to those sought with this solicitation. Err on the side of inclusion; by submitting an offer, Vendor represents that the list is complete. • List of failed projects, suspensions, debarments, and significant litigation. • An outline or other information relating to why the Vendor’s experience qualifies in meeting the specifications stated in Section 3 of this RFP. The Vendor should demonstrate the work the Vendor has done for clients during the past three (3) years and indicate which individual on its staff was responsible for the work. Referenced work should provide a clear indication of the types of tax reform actuarial consulting services that can be obtained for the Task ForceCommittee. A Vendor shall provide information on any conflict of interest with the objectives and goals of the Task Force Committee that could result from other projects in which the Vendor is involved. Failure to disclose any such conflict may be cause for Contract termination or disqualification of the response. A Vendor or its subcontractor(s) must list all clients that were lost between January 2014 2012 and the present and the reason for the loss. The Task Force Committee reserves the right to contact any accounts listed in this section. A Vendor must describe any contract disputes involving an amount of thirty-five thousand dollars ($35,000) or more that the Vendor, or its subcontractor(s), has been involved in within the past two (2) years. Please indicate if the dispute(s) have been successfully resolved.